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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 
He is upset at me for showing up at his mom's house at midnight after his location previously indicated he wasn't there/was turned off and he wouldn't answer my phone calls/text messages. He said he was at a friends' house. The issue I have is that he's driving my truck... View More
answered on May 27, 2024
Sounds like you need to take the truck privileges away. If he goes to his mom, she can provide him with a car or sign this one over to her so it's not your problem when you can't supervise him and he ends up in a bad accident. Is he going to go to school there? Does mom want him full... View More
my parents are moving in with my grandma into a small bedroom and dont have room for me (17) or my brother (16) but my sister will let us move in so were not homeless do my parents have any rights to tell me no even if i would be homeless due to the situation
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
Taking your question at face value, if your parents move in with your grandma but tell you that you can't move in with them, that is the kind of situation that would possibly cause the state to TPR, in which case you likely would be ordered to live with the closest adult relative who would... View More
my parents are moving in with my grandma into a small bedroom and dont have room for me (17) or my brother (16) but my sister will let us move in so were not homeless do my parents have any rights to tell me no even if i would be homeless due to the situation
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your family's difficult situation. This must be a very stressful and scary time for all of you. A few key points:
As a minor at age 17, your parents are still your legal guardians and generally have the right to make decisions about your living situation... View More
my parents are moving in with my grandma into a small bedroom and dont have room for me (17) or my brother (16) but my sister will let us move in so were not homeless do my parents have any rights to tell me no even if i would be homeless due to the situation
answered on Mar 31, 2024
Yes. Until you are 18 your parents have control over you. They can decide you live at grandma's on the couch or floor, that all of you go to a homeless shelter or wherever it may be absent filth, bugs or feces.
I have been separated from my son’s father for over a year. Never married. No court order for parenting time or child support. He always claimed our son on income tax returns. This year I claimed our son. My son’s father had his W4 setup to claim 1 and is telling me he’s going to charge me... View More
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answered on Feb 28, 2024
In situations involving tax claims on dependents, the right to claim a child on a tax return typically depends on IRS rules concerning custodial and non-custodial parents. If you have provided the majority of the support for your son and he has lived with you for more than half of the year, you... View More
How likely would it be for her to take custody of him what should my next steps be to keep primary custody
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Illinois, if you have primary joint custody and face deployment, you may appoint a temporary guardian for your child during your absence through a power of attorney or court order, under the state's laws and military provisions. However, the other parent may attempt to modify custody... View More
My ex-husband filed an OP against me to keep our children from me and he knowingly lied and stated that our daughter lived with him which she did not. Also, the judge had put on the OP that one of our children's names is Kimberly and I have no child named that. Our son also does not live with... View More
answered on Feb 11, 2024
Are you talking about the Emergency hearing? If so, you put your witnesses on for the plenary hearing that tell the truth. You can subpoena neighbors of yours, his, bus drivers, teachers, your sister, etc. Should be easy to prove with school aged kids.
My ex-husband filed an OP against me to keep our children from me and he knowingly lied and stated that our daughter lived with him which she did not. Also, the judge had put on the OP that one of our children's names is Kimberly and I have no child named that. Our son also does not live with... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
If your ex-husband knowingly provided false information in the order of protection he filed against you, it may be possible to challenge the validity of the order. Courts typically require individuals seeking orders of protection to provide truthful and accurate information to ensure the protection... View More
Can the non custodial parent decide not to allow extra curriculars on their parenting time? Background: Illinois - Child is 12. I have primary decision making authority and final decision making authority. Parenting plan has been in place since 2017. The noncustodial parent has been absent from... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2024
A 12 yr old is not likely to take kindly to being kept from an activity that she likes. Keeping her from it is not likely to get him far in the eyes of the judge. Do everything in writing so you have written documentation from court. Then if he refuses or fails for 3 times I would ask for... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2024
Unless so specified by any court orders, she is not required to give you anything. It would be nice if you could track him on judici for the past 5 years so you see if he has been involved in Any criminal activities. Full name, last 5 years of addresses, counties he has lived in and date of birth.
The mothers daughter was put into foster care, at the end of the month she has court for termination of rights, and she would like to sign those rights over to me and my husband instead. We just want to know if that is even possible and how to proceed if it is.
answered on Jan 11, 2024
I can tell you what would happen in Illinois and the rules should be similar to Illinois. In Illinois, the child would be a ward of the court before a termination of rights case began. The only way you could get the child is if DCFS KY agrees. You need a lawyer who works with DCFS and does... View More
The case itself is in Lake county but since a family member is an ex dcfs cop,shes friends with everyone and has worked under the color of law to get custody of my grandchildren by lying and commiting fraud.I need an honest unbiased person outside of lake county to investigate the violation of... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In seeking an attorney to investigate a DCFS case in Lake County, Illinois, while avoiding potential conflicts of interest, it's wise to look for legal representation outside the local area. A Chicago-based attorney could provide the necessary distance and impartiality for your case.... View More
I have 11 overnights with my child out of a total of 28 nights, and I also have 2 weeks of vacation time with my kids in Illinois. Can vacation time be added to the calculation of overnights? Additionally, how do these affect custody or child support arrangements in Illinois? I am trying to... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2025
Read here. When each parent has 146 nights this is the calculation.
https://brelaw.com/new-illinois-child-support-law/
I had my daughter when I was young, and at 3 years old, she was placed with her paternal grandmother due to a DCFS intervention. She's now 9, and despite my efforts in court 4-5 years ago, the grandmother was granted plenary guardianship. I've since stabilized my life—I have my own... View More
I told my wife that I wanted a divorce, and she took our three-year-old child and started living with her mom about a week ago. She is now refusing to let me see our child, citing concerns that our family home isn't safe. I haven't been able to visit my child at her mother's place,... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2025
You need to get into Court as soon as possible. Unfortunately, Courts are your best remedy available when spouses cannot agree. I would contact an attorney near you to review your options so that you can get parenting time.
I am a stay-at-home mom who moved to Texas with the knowledge of my children's father after we split. He has temporary primary custody of our children, aged 8 and 5, who reside in Illinois. I have been able to visit them in Illinois only twice since July, as I depend on his approval. We are... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2025
It seems that said restrictions would be unlikely as long as you have a licensed person to get you and them around. A graduated visitation schedule is the best approach since you have not seen them regularly.
I want to leave the father of my child, with whom I am unmarried, and move my son back to Illinois with the support of my family. There is currently no formal custody arrangement, but I plan to set one up once we relocate. The father will likely oppose the move, and he has been aggressive towards... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2025
Find out what relocation laws are in the state you are in and what you have to comply with there, if anything, prior to moving to Illinois.
My ex-husband passed away yesterday. He had legal custody of our 11-year-old daughter, and she is currently with his wife. Our custody agreement allowed him to decide on visitation, but he never permitted me to interact with her. Since his death, I've attempted to contact my daughter, but her... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2025
This is not a DIY case. You need a local lawyer to file a Petition for habeas corpus for you. How old is the child? The stepmother has NO LEGAL RIGHTS.
Im needing to know what forms or steps i need to take to do this. This is a mutual agreement, all sides are in agreement to do so.
answered on Jan 23, 2025
It needs to be signed by the mother and the father. It is called Appointment of Short Term Guardian (google to get form) and is good for a year. No court action is required. Keep a copy for yourself that is signed.
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