Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

Childs best intrest

My ex does not help financially support my children he does not even ask to see them he has not seen them in a little over eight months. So i want to know if there would be ay way to take him to child support and not have visitaion my children do not know him and he is drinking alot more and using more cocaine than before i know because he tends to always start calling all night when he is under the influnce and these calls have started to come in like 3-4 times a week


Asked on 9/17/08, 11:18 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
John Steele Steele Law Firm

Re: Childs best intrest

It is normally in the best interest of the child to see both parents. However, not always. If he is really as bad as it sounds, visitation should probably be restricted. And of course, child support should be enforced no matter what, since support is not related to visitation. If you would like to speak to an attorney that specializes in such matters, feel free to call or contact us.

Also, make sure to write down the incidents and his actions as they happen so you have a 'log' to show the court.

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Answered on 9/17/08, 3:43 pm
Motty Stone Law Offices of Motty Stone

Re: Childs best intrest

You should have a petition for child support filed. Please contact my office so I can ask you a few more questions about your situation.

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Answered on 9/17/08, 7:26 pm


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