One of the biggest reasons people are hesitant to hire a lawyer in Illinois is that they “aren’t the suing type.” It’s almost as if people feel that they need to apologize for calling a law firm to seek help. I’m not sure what the suing type is. I suppose my callers are thinking of […]
Guardianship, when we’re talking about an adult, is usually set up in cases of age or illness. You might want guardianship over an elderly parent who suffers from dementia, for example. Guardianship isn’t a quick solution. You will have to go to court and ask a judge, who will want to hear from doctors, as […]
It’s never too late to make some new year’s resolutions. If you’re tired of resolving to lose weight, or get organized, or whatever other promises you make to yourself every year, try these legal resolutions for a change. They won’t all apply to you, but if they do, it might be time to do something […]
Whether you have shared custody or sole custody of your child, one parent generally cannot make the decision alone to move out of the state of Illinois with the child. Here are some factors to consider, if you are wanting to make a move. 1. A petition should be filed with the court asking permission. […]