You are allowed to deduct your actual cost of doing business. The balance is your gross income for alimony purposes.

Yes.

I have found that this depends on the county and on the judge. It does happen.

Yes, for some people, it is doable without an attorney. However, it is not recommended because the average person rarely knows what is necessary to get the job done properly. Finding out what it takes is a very big job, which is extremely frustrating and overbearing.

The alimony deduction is not allowed if the parties are not living separately. It is only allowed if they are indeed separated. Be careful. IRS Rule.

The only thing you could have done to prevent your spouse from voluntarily dismissing your case was to file a counter-petition for dissolution before he/she filed the motion to dismiss. If it is dismissed, you can file a new case. I don't know what county you are in, but in Cook and DuPage... View More

The judge can (and likely will) order child support despite your wishes to the contrary. The judge is mandated by law to order such support. and cannot deviate from the support guidelines unless he/she makes special Findings justifying doing so. If such Findings are made, the court is only allowed... View More

You deduct your actual out of pocket costs of doing business (excluding depreciation write-offs), and the balance is your income.

She has the right to deny you visitation until a judge says she cannot. You both have equal rights to the children, but this means nothing until you put it in a court Order.The court will allow your girlfriend to be present during your visitation only if the best interests of the children are not... View More

While it is probably true that under the new law you would likely pay less, the court cannot modify your obligation just because a law law has come into effect.You must establish that a substantial change of circumstances has occurred. From the facts you have provided, it doesn't sound like... View More

You may not permanently remove the child from the State of Illinois without permission from the court, or your ex's consent. Your Judgment doesn't have to have any language pertaining to removal. It is a state law unto itself.

In order for her to permanently remove the child that distance legally, she needs one of two things: Permission from the court, or your consent. You can challenge her in court where she will have an uphill battle. Courts are generally reluctant to grant removal. She has to prove certain criteria to... View More

Without knowing more facts, your husband is dead wrong.He is also a bully. If you lived there with him, both of you have equal rights to occupancy and possession of the home UNLESS a court has ordered otherwise. Since this is probably not the case, you can move back in the house, return to remove... View More

Based on the info provided in your question, your interpretation of the language in the Judgment is definitely CORRECT.Your ex should NOT be receiving 50% of the benefits that accumulated after 2001. The marital portion to be divided embodies only the benefits accumulated during the years you were... View More

You haven't provided enough info to allow for a complete answer, but I can say this much. Our law is far from perfect, but it is not without understanding. He can take you back to court and seek to have you held in contempt for failing to pay what you were supposed to pay under your Judgment,... View More

It would definitely be possible to have your Judgment for Dissolution set aside if you can prove certain facts. However, you have not provided enough info to allow for a responsible answer. I suggest you meet in person with a divorce lawyer who can learn all of the facts that are necessary to learn... View More

The court, at its discretion, will either dismiss or strike the underlying petition or motion, or it will continue the matter to another date.

Is the title to the car going to be put in your name only? If so, you will be the only one who will sign the note, and she will not be responsible to pay any of the loan. Autos may be marital property, but they are treated somewhat differently than other marital assets. This is because of the auto... View More

You have to get your ex to agree to the removal, or get a Court Order allowing it. Most people in your position have an uphill battle that is very difficult to win. Consult in person with a knowledgeable divorce lawyer and see if the facts of your situation make removal possible.

Yes, you do need a lawyer. In fact, you both need lawyers. Some also have court reporters or videographers present at the singing. A prenuptial is a major piece of legal work, which should be treated with utmost caution.