Q: How do i get a legal advocate at the age of 16?
Im 16 years old. I live in Illinois and my mother kicked me out at the age of 14 and since then i haven't lived with her. So at this point i know how to take care myself, I work two jobs and I plan on filing for emancipation soon considering my parents don't take on their parent responsibilities and I know It will be a lot easier to live life and get things done quicker. 2 years ago I did overdose because my mother was trying to take me from my grandparents and my mother is abusive and an alcoholic. How can I get help with the emancipation process and more information on the whole aspect?
A: There r no free lawyers at the age of 16. Emancipation is unlikely as well. Someone, maybe your grandparents, could seek custody of u.
A: Your parents have to agree to the emancipation.
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