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I left ex-spouse last March w/ my two children and her two from her previous marriage(I had raised them since they were not even 1/2, and they are now 7/8). I got emergency custody orders of my children, and was able to call the bio father of the other two so he could come and get them and keep... View More 
All 30 cases with Dcfs have been unfounded until last one. He completed counseling over 1 1/2 ago. But still can't see his children. Last case involving girlfriends son has been overturned. But told since that case was dismissed after my sons fitness was put on him, they're is nothing he can do.
I didn't even know he was going out of state to see his sister and I get temporary custody papers in the mail...I go to court in New York to pick my son up and they wouldn't release him to me... Even though there were no allegations on me
answered on Oct 10, 2024
Is there a custody order in either state? This is a complicated matter that requires a phone call. I practice in Illinois but not in all counties in Illinois. It looks like you are from Paris, and if that is where your case is filed I would not be able to represent you. However, you need an... View More
I went all the way to New York to pick him up just to get turned away empty-handed I don't believe they followed due process and my parental rights have been violated
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
If you believe your civil rights and parental rights have been violated, it’s important to take action to protect those rights. You may want to gather all relevant documents and any evidence showing that your rights were not respected or that due process was not followed. This could include court... View More
I have my rights as a father and New York family Court has given custody of my minor son to his sister...I wanted to file kidnapping charges on her but the authorities won't help...my next court date is on the 10th and I'm not sure what I'm supposed to do to get my son back but... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2024
Your first order of business is to get a lawyer in NY to represent you. Do you have custody of the child in IL? If so, you need to get a certified copy of it and email it to your lawyer in ny.
Have become aware of an outside, long-standing relationship that my husband is involved in. Additionally, questions regarding validity of our 2001 marriage. Husband and ex-wife only divorced within past five years. I only recently found this out.
He has been bounced around from group home to group home for a number of reasons the past couple of years.One home has stolen his disability payments and no charges were filed,they just moved him.this all began when an ex friend of ours made false allegation to adult protective service stating I... View More
answered on Sep 29, 2024
Who has guardianship? If the state has guardianship you could file a complaint with them. Do you have guardianship?
My ex husband is physically, financially, and emotionally abusive, and I have lots of photos, text messages, police reports, and he was even fined by our judge during our divorse for making several disparaging remarks on social media. He still uses harrasing and threatnening language, but the... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2024
No, your case cannot be reopened after 30 days. It also cannot be appealed. If the children's circumstances change, bad grades, running away, etc. Then you can go back to court and start over.
I have a child support case out of Illinois. I requested a modification 2 years ago and was never given a court date. Instead, the department of family services stepped in and I sent them all the information they requested for a modification. They did not use the calculator correctly and my ex wife... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2024
The dept of family services does not do child support cases. The dept of human services does. They know how to use the calculator. They have access to information that neither of you may have provided to them. You should have been given appeal rights and followed them in a timely manner.
do i have time to respond to an amended motion to modify in illinois that was filed the friday before a hearing tomorrow morning?
answered on Sep 13, 2024
No. Not unless your rights are terminated by juvenile court or through an adoption if the other parent is remarried and wishes to adopt.
I have a certified DNA test proving the father and my husband and bio dad agree to have it corrected and my daughter have her bio dads last name.
answered on Sep 10, 2024
I believe you will have to get a court order to establish bio dad's paternity. I don't know if you have any court orders yet about child support but all of it could be done at the same time if you are not receiving help from HHS. They make things a bit more complicated.
answered on Sep 5, 2024
It depends. Consult a lawyer who lives near you for assistance.
Family making medical decisions though they don't care for him and I am still caring for him I have a proxy surrogate form over his healthcare there is no power of attorney he does not have a terminal illness
answered on Aug 27, 2024
Ask the Dr if he has mental competence to get married. Once he is married, I believe that she will take precedence over your document until the pt thinks otherwise.
based on federal question, fraud in the court, and violations of my constitutionally protected rights.
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
When filing a writ of review in a DCFS case involving child welfare and neglect, you should request declaratory relief that asserts the court's actions or decisions violated your federally protected rights. You might ask the court to declare that the proceedings were conducted in violation of... View More
My girlfriend got a bad deal in her MSA agreement. Her ex is an injury lawyer and knows all the hoops. He has a lot of money and takes her to arbitration, spending $4000, for a $1000 money issue between them. He disputes payments for things like glasses and contacts, yet he spends money on big... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2024
She can if she files something within 30 days of the entry of the Judgment for Dissolution of Marriage. Otherwise, unlikely.
answered on Sep 14, 2024
You need to file an appeal. You should get a letter from Springfield about it. Read your appeal rights and follow the instructions to appeal.
Then send a written request for the dcfs file for the purpose of an appeal. This is not a simple task and you should have a lawyer to represent... View More
In Illinois 17th district, is a g.a.l. required to make a report of their findings and keep transcripts of their interviews and any other records pertaining to the case? If so, acting pro se, are they required to give them to me upon request? Is there a statute or local rule stating any of this?
answered on Sep 9, 2024
GAL'S usually file a written report that contains their findings and the basis of their decisions. There are no recorded tapes to transcribe. After their report is written they may destroy their notes.
i have a detailed case and it is best explained over a phone call
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
I understand you're dealing with complex family law issues related to child support, back pay, and custody arrangements. It's essential to address these matters carefully to ensure the best outcome for you and your family. You can start by gathering all relevant documents, including court... View More
1) Per my divorce decree, my ex wife and I are to present W2's each year. This was never done, however I experienced a decrease in income since the maintenance was set 6 years ago. If it were determined that I overpaid during any year, is that reimbursable in court? If I underpaid during... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2024
Hello,
Thank you for your questions about spousal support (maintenance) in Illinois. Here's some information that may help address your concerns:
1. Reimbursement for Overpayment of Maintenance
Yes, under Illinois law, if you overpaid maintenance due to a decrease in... View More
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