I think most family law attorneys are forced to deal with this situation sometime in their career. You question has several components: Can...

Can a step-parent adopt their step-child?

Yes, you can file a Petition for Adoption, however, a judge will have to grant the adoption. I suggest contacting an experienced adoption attorney,...

I am 100% Disabled vet I get SS- 985 for girl and I receive SS- 1866 state and I get 3690 from va

The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act 750 ILCS 5/505 defines "income" for child support purposes. There is case law out there which...

Can I get legal relief from a foreclosure after bankruptcy?

It is a difficult decision to reaffirm on a house as most people view their house as their home and feel that they have to reaffirm. Unfortunately...

Work comp settlement and chapter 13 bankruptcy

It is a little bit difficult to understand what you are asking, but it sounds like you have filed a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. You need to consult with...

Do I need a Child Custody Lawyer? Or should I just stick with state representation?

The way I read this answer is that you filed a petition for child support - he stated he was going to hire an attorney, but failed to appear. He...

I am on Social Security Full Disability and Retirement Disability and can not work. Can I own a home based internet business?

I share the same thoughts as the other answers, but would also suggest that another area of concern you should have is why you were awarded Social...

I think this question has been adequately answered - there is no correct answer. It depends on how many paralegals/legal assistants the attorney...

Child support w joint visitation

If the custody order is less than two years old you have a higher standard to change custody. 750 ILCS 5/610 requires that for a custody order to...

Child support w joint visitation

If the custody order is less than two years old you have a higher standard to change custody. 750 ILCS 5/610 requires that for a custody order to...