Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

I know in some states both parties have to pay for their own laywer. However in others the losing party can be forced to pay for the other parties laywer. I also know this is true for any state if its in a contract. I have to ask though, with out a contract which law applies in the state of Illinois?


Asked on 4/24/10, 8:35 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
David Labovitz Labovitz Law Firm, P.A.

It really depends on the nature of the matter. Some statutes provide for attorneys' fees; others do not. Check the particular statute you are suing under to see whether there is a fee provision.

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Answered on 4/30/10, 4:45 am


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