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This has been an going case for 3 years. My ex and I have a child together and I have another child who is not his and he has not adopted nor is he on the birth certificate.
answered on Dec 14, 2017
"Pressing charges" usually refers to a criminal matter and that decision belongs to your County State's Attorney. Hard to tell what happened with the facts presented, but you may need to call the police if an unauthorized person took your child. If you have an attorney, please make... View More 
He won’t give me an address and told me to do the divorce without him.
answered on Nov 5, 2017
If you are speaking with him, do you know where he works or hangs out? If so, a process server with experience might be able to find him and serve him, which will save you the hassle of service by publication.
If the wife agreed and signed to the Marriage Settlement Agreement written up by our lawyer on the day of court can she go and want to change the terms of it?
answered on Aug 21, 2017
Yes. An agreement is not really "final" until the judge approves of the agreement and signs it. Even if the parties agree on "everything," the judge has the authority to not enter the agreement in rare cases. Without knowing more, it is hard to tell. You should each have... View More
We have 1 child together and he has another from a previous relationship. He pays $350/month to his ex plus half of all other expenses for that child but this IS NOT court ordered. They don't have any legal documentation of this arrangement as they were never married and never filed any legal... View More
answered on Aug 21, 2017
You may have to pay maintenance, but maintenance is not guaranteed. In order to give a better answer, an attorney would need more facts. I suggest that you look for some local attorneys and consult with a few. Some may offer no cost consultations and others charge. Find someone that works best for... View More
Filing divorce but want to know if the courts will order him to pay any of it
answered on Jul 7, 2017
If this happened recently and you believe that your spouse still has some of the money, you can ask the Court to issue a temporary restraining order to prevent your spouse from spending it. If the money is gone, then the Court will likely consider it when dividing the debts and assets that are... View More
My husband and will file a divorce, but he wants to have a spousal support. I do not have that income that I can afford what he wants. Thus, I think that we will have to go through the court process. I do not afford a lawyer. Is there any way that I can have the court without a lawyer?
answered on Jul 5, 2017
Yes, you can go to court without a lawyer. You may want to look into limited scope representation, or try to seek out more information at a law library close to you. Very difficult to give a true answer without knowing more. A small investment with an attorney may help more than you realize. Best... View More
answered on Jun 2, 2017
Ask using Interrogatories. If you believe that he has a safe deposit box at "XYZ Bank" a subpoena can be sent to the bank to confirm. You will need the court's permission to send a subpoena without an attorney.
answered on May 21, 2017
Yes, most likely. They can have certain requirements. Send them a letter requesting a "sample QDRO" or ask if they can provide you with specifics as to why they rejected the previous one so that you can fix it. QDROs can be very tricky and often frustrating for even the most experienced lawyer.
answered on May 1, 2017
Depends on your county. Some counties have help centers that are pretty good. You may find limited scope services to be valuable where you hire an attorney to assist with certain aspects of your case, but you would ultimately represent yourself.
We have 1 child. He has no job. Everything is in my name. I have yet to contact a lawyer due to working . He has . Should I get a lawyer.?
He was hurt at work and few years back got a pay out 100,000 went back to a different job got hurt out side of work. Going throw therapy no job and now... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2017
Necessary? No. It is worth having a lawyer at least review the proposed final documents before you finalize it. Some lawyers offer "limited scope" services where you can pay for document review without full representation. It allows you to make sure you considered everything. Both parties... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2017
Short answer is yes and that anything is "possible." Usually people look at a settlement as a whole instead of each part. For example, if you got the house, maybe the spouse would get more of the retirement funds or cash. It would be best for you to speak with a local lawyer to learn more... View More
I am a student in school and I need to know what the age limit is for me to represent myself in court in my parents divorce situation and they have been involved in the court for 5yrs about now and I have been thinking it would be nice to hear what is being said about me right there and then... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2017
You cannot represent yourself in a divorce because the divorce is between two adults. You can have an attorney appointed to represent you and report to the court, which it sounds like you already have a GAL. A child's "preference" as to which parent that they wish to live with is one... View More
Pregnant! I have an OP on him now hes trying to get one on me so he can get the house back! Hes wants to leave me broke and homeless
answered on Jan 25, 2017
I agree with Prairie State Legal. You can also try to use the Illinois Supreme Court forms if you want to try yourself. Here is a link to the forms:
http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/Forms/approved/divorce/divorce.asp
It's only been 3 weeks that we have been apart and are thinking about divorce.
answered on Jan 24, 2017
No difference. Other than you "know" when things are going to start. Otherwise, the waiting can be the hardest part.
answered on Dec 11, 2016
He will find out if his name is on the title whether it is sooner rather than later depends on a variety of things. The court can award you the property but getting his cooperation will make it easier to sell.
In order to survive I need to move in with my parents who live about an hour away. My husband is telling me I can’t do that but instead have to spend money on rent and buy a car - can he do that?
answered on Nov 24, 2016
If nothing has been filed to start the divorce, it is merely talk at this point. Until a case is started, parties are free to move anywhere that they want. Your husband can ask that you return and the court would have to make a decision based upon your unique facts. The distance could make it... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2016
Most likely no. Probably best to speak with a local lawyer to learn more of the specific facts.
s there anything I should get signed so when I move out nothing happens to my possessions is that one month? Also, that I can come back after a month?
answered on Nov 2, 2016
Your house is "marital property," which means you both have equal rights to it and the items within the house. If there is anything irreplaceable (for example, something with sentimental value that cannot be replaced), you should have a discussion with your spouse about that specific... View More
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