First, you need to be sure that PR has subject matter jurisdiction. Two, the correct venue (Court House) is where the child lives. I know that you...

What are the requirements to file for custody of a minor child in puerto rico courts?

In any State, to file a custody case the child must be a resident of that State. That includes PR. The residency element is acquire once the child...

If you and your brother had been declared force heirs of your father, and the property is register under all of the heirs, then you can file a case...

Contrary of how probate law operates in the US, in PR we use Spanish Law. That means that the conditions to obtain a share on a estate will be ...

What are the jurisdiction requirements for a parent to file for custody of a child in Puerto Rico?

No. The Parental Kidnapping Prevention Act, 28 USC 1738A, proscribe a requisite of six month of residency to file a custody case in any of the...

What is the process of emancipation by marrige?

If you are under 21 years old, you must ask your parents for permission.

What if my ex-husband got married in another state being married with me?

Hello. If he got divorce in PR any person can do a research on the court's system. Nonetheless, if he actually got divorce (either in PR or...