Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

unmarried father

My ex and I have a seven month old. She doesn't allow me to see him at all. Now she is filing for child-support. She has no education and no job. Is it possible for me to obtain custody of my son based on the fact that I have a job and own a home? I


Asked on 2/19/09, 9:27 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
George Zuganelis Zuganelis & Zuganelis, Attorneys at Law, P.C.

Re: unmarried father

It's possible, but you must hire an attorney.

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Answered on 2/20/09, 10:06 am
John Steele Steele Law Firm

Re: unmarried father

Yes and No. The only thing that the court looks at is the best interest of the child. living arrangements play a part, but the court will change the child's living arrangements for the reasons you mention. Plus I would need to know if the custody order in effect is temporary or permanent.

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Answered on 2/20/09, 12:29 pm


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