Does child support cover the basic needs of the child - food, clothing and shelter on the other parents time?

So long as you provide for the kids in an appropriate manner when the kids are with you, there is no issue. Your ex is either trying to rile you...

What should I do?

This is more appropriately answered by a criminal defense attorney.

Can I get child support if the absent parent is on SSI?

Many jurisdictions consider SSI a form of income for purposes of child support.

Can I appeal a decision in a divorce decree for judgement on attorney fees if I feel they were inappropriately assessed?

I rather suspect that any appeal of this issue would look at the Trial Court's discretion to order and compel payment of fees. You probably should...

Can I adopt my husband's children if their birth mom has not seen them for 3 years and has never provided monetary support?

If you are asking if the information you provided is dispositive of your case, it will not automatically win the day for you. The other party will...

This question is more appropriately answered by a criminal defense attorney.

I am looking for a pro bono family lawyer that could handle a family issue between my daughter's mom and i.

You may always review the attorneys available on this site in the Find A Lawyer section of this site. You may also check with your local legal aid...

Family court

Ms. Bakes and Mr. Busby have provided excellent advice. If your custody rights were terminated, there is a very low likelihood of their being...

What do I do..

As you doubtless are aware, DCF has the responsibility to investigate any allegations of abuse or neglect regarding the children of Connecticut. ...

Ms. James and Mr. Moten have both provided excellent advice. I would only add that contesting a will is never an easy matter, even when there is...