Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

i live in IL currently married with 7months old and one on d way this year.all my family is in Maryland I moved here in IL 2 years ago.If i wanted to get a divorce how does it goes in terms of child custody. If I get divorce I want to live IL and move probably in Maryland where I have family to help me and support me.I dont know how IL state runs because somebody told me I am not allowed to move out if state. Im a nurse and I know i can suffieciently support my two kids.I really would want him to pay child support but not so much in favor of having him see the kids.I need answer.


Asked on 7/09/12, 6:24 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jonathan Shimberg Shimberg and Crohn, P.C.

If you get divorced in IL, absent an agreement with your spouse and a court order, you can not leave the state without a court order. Unless the children are in serious endangerment while they are with the father, he will get visitation, whether you are in favor of it or not.

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Answered on 7/10/12, 4:35 am


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