Chicago, IL asked in Family Law and Libel & Slander for Illinois

Q: My mom is slandering my name which is affecting my relationship with my family and is affecting me in custody court

For the past couple years my mother has completely slandered my name and came up with a horrible rumors some being illegal she has destroyed my relationship with my father and other family members I am in the process of a custody battle and she is making it worse for me to the point I might not get my children I don't know what to do anymore I don't know if I can press charges if I can have her arrested

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James G. Ahlberg
James G. Ahlberg
Answered
  • Rochelle, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: No one can give you an intelligent answer based on the scant facts you set forth. You need to make an appointment with a lawyer and tell him or her everything about the situation for advice as to your options.

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