Typically maintenance will terminate if the recipient remarries, however, it is dependent on language in your divorce paperwork. Do not simply stop...

Been divorced and yr, can I take him back to court for alimony or his 401k that he failed to mention

The answer to your question depends entirely on what your Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage states. Consult with a local family law attorney...

If my wife got her own insurance during divorce, can I remove her from mine?

There used to be a provision in the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act that prohibited the parties from altering insurance coverages...

Can I file for emergency relief in family court?

While nothing is absolute, I would say generally no. This is especially true with child support orders. I have never seen a court deem the...

What papers does my daughter file to prevent her son's father from moving 3 yrs old out of state? They never married

Illinois law has specific statutory requirements when it comes to relocation. However, the particular circumstances of your case make a huge...

Can I change judges in a Divorce Proceeding?

Generally, a party is allowed a Substitution of Judge for no reason BUT this must be sought prior to the assigned judge hearing any substantive...

How do I find an attorney in Illinois to help me with the extension of my alimony from my ex-husband - see previous question.

You need to speak with an attorney ASAP. The terms of your Judgment for Dissolution of Marriage control what options are available to you. Contact...

During post divorce can you investigate how your spouse is paying her attorney fees

There are a lot of variables that have a potential effect on the best answer here. If there is a Petition for Interim and/or Prospective Attorneys'...

What to do if you can't pay alimony due to financial hardship

First and foremost, you are obligated to make the alimony payments pursuant to your court orders until orders are changed. Orders regarding...

Can child support be lowered?

In Illinois, child support is modifiable upon a substantial change in circumstance. In order to give an accurate answer, more facts are needed. If...