Married for approximately 16 years and soon to be 17 years and I just want out of the marriage. How can you help me at this point ?
answered on Oct 30, 2020
You will have to call some lawyers in your area. They will want this information at a minimum. Is there a marital residence? Children? Pensions, 401k's? Husband's income vs. Wife's income for alimony? Will spouse agree?
The petition says that we tried to reconcile, but we didn't.
answered on Oct 29, 2020
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answered on Oct 28, 2020
If your spouse lives in Illinois you should be able to file for divorce in the county in which your spouse lives.
answered on Oct 22, 2020
Your child support is determined by the last court order. It doesn't change just because a parent moves from one state to another.
My question is did I do anything illegal by calling to oppose of going to the court house?
some personal belongings ... she brought some unfamiliar faces with her - I have never seen them or met them even in our marriage reception I don't see them in pictures .. Her name is still on the lease ... How can I make them give me state issued IDs before they enter the Appartment .. I had... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2020
You have absolutely NO right to see their ID's. She can bring anyone she wishes into the marital apartment, and so can you. Your position is dead wrong.
it’s my understanding that she is entitled to half of my pension during the time of marriage. That is a lot of money and will damage my outlook on retirement, as my pension has made big money in four years...
Question is....does a judge have to rule as statutes state, or can he rule... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2020
The judge must uphold the law. You use the term "pension". Pensions don't generally jump in value in four years, but 401K's can. Could you be referring to a 401K, SEP IRA, or IRA? If so, you might hire a mathematician or actuary to determine how much of the four year growth was... View More
We both own the home. Can I have the locks changed because he comes in as he wants and I don't trust him?
answered on Oct 15, 2020
Unless and until a judge rules otherwise, both of you have the right to change the locks, and then, if you wish, hire a locksmith to reverse the process,
We have two kids that we plan on splitting 50/50. Please advise how we can do this on a very low budget.
answered on Oct 13, 2020
I suggest that you both discuss every aspect of a settlement and come to a complete agreement. Then, call an attorney to put the agreement in proper form. There will probably be certain things you both did not consider. I would go over them with you if you came to my firm. The way my firm works is... View More
I was not subpoena.
Do I have to be subpoena?
I did not sign anything. I need time to get some money together for a lawyer.
Do I wait for her to subpoena me? Need help with this.
Thank you!
answered on Oct 11, 2020
If you are not in a position to retain an attorney at this time, go to the courthouse and examine your file. Check and see if the Sheriff or special Process Server claims to have served you with Summons. If you have been served, file an Appearance and send it to your spouse's lawyer. I find it... View More
My spouse has been homeless for a while. I really need to get our divorce done. We’ve been separated since 2015. He said I can get them sent to his dads house. Will they serve it to his dad?
Thanks
answered on Oct 2, 2020
Will county posts this information.
There are forms with children.
http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/Forms/approved/divorce/divo
The night my wife called cops on me - Cops made her leave as she was trying to hurt herself and blame me ... she took my brother's car saying that she will be back next day to pickup her stuff - now lawyers are involved and I have permission to see my 6-month old baby - Lawyer is saying since... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2020
You have an attorney, you need to discuss this with your attorney. This is why you hired an attorney. No one here has the information that your attorney has.
This is for a cooperative divorce proceeding and I am pro se. We have reached a settlement agreement, but I am being asked to submit an affidavit on the settlement.
answered on Sep 18, 2020
There is no such form. Now not. Not ever. Maybe they want a Financial Affidavit from you or they are requiring that you get your signature notarized on the signature page. It might also be some sort of form that your county requires in uncontested cases. There is no such thing as an affidavit... View More
I filed for divorce in december 2019 but have been too busy to turn the paperwork in, how long do i have to turn the paperwork in to the court i filed with? It was accepted by the circuit clerk the same day I e-filed.
answered on Sep 18, 2020
There are some things missing from this question. When you filed your case, you should have received a case number from the clerk of court. If you filed in December and have not taken action, you are probably going to have to refile the case.
Illinois. 3 year old divorce agreement, seeking modification due to extreme change in circumstances, (massive income loss due to Covid19). My ex is going to hire a "more aggressive attorney". I currently pay her several hundred dollars a month MORE than what my income is.
answered on Sep 14, 2020
The court has the discretion to make your new support obligation retroactive to the date that you filed your Petition to Modify. If the court does so, then any time lost because of a new attorney would not be an issue.
I was laid off due to Corona virus and hearing is a month away. Can I submit a letter to the court proving my job loss and reduce support while I wait for hearing? I'm also ordered to cover insurance. How quickly do I need to provide new coverage?
answered on Aug 30, 2020
The fact that you have a Hearing scheduled indicates that you filed a Petition/Motion to Modify. The Court, in its discretion, can retroactively relieve you of your support obligation dating back to the date that you filed the Petition/Motion.
answered on Aug 25, 2020
They can have any agreement they like. They do not have to follow what is on the papers. They have to comply with the court ordered documents if they cannot agree.
soon to be ex-wife .. trapped me into marriage and now we have a kid /// But it has been confirmed that she only married to get a green card ... How could I a US Citizen get some justice here .. she is still on student visa and her sister and brother in law are on employer provided green cards ..... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2020
Follow your attorney's advice. The tip line will work. This can get complicated, and your attorney is looking out for your best interest.
I am divorced and the decree states that I am responsible for the payments of my car that is still in my ex husbands name. I want to trade the car in but he will not provide me with any of the necessary info and will not make himself available to sign off on the car. What are my options?
answered on Aug 17, 2020
You have no alternative but to take him back to court to compel his signature on the title.
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