Can I get my spousal support increased?

Your spousal support will not be increased. There will be a net difference between the amount of alimony you receive versus the amount of child...

Can a judge in California make a mother give birth in California, yes or no?

A Judge cannot order a woman to give birth in any particular state. If the woman is incarcerated she isn't going anywhere, but other than that she...

Do I need a lawyer?

You should definitely consult a lawyer to review the child support guidelines that were prepared and see whether there is any basis to file a...

Am I emancipated because I am a married minor in New Jersey?

If you are married, as per the laws of the State of NJ, you are emancipated. Out of curiosity, how old are you.

Can a childsupport case that was closed in NJ 3 years ago, be reopened in MD?

Mr. Popovich is right. Your ex will not be able to get anything from you if you have been adjudged NOT to be the biological father. If you wind up...

My advice is to fully cooperate. They can make your life absolutely miserable, and in a worst case scenario you lose your child. Let them come in...

I would not advise a client to start a new business in the middle of divorce litigation. Even if the business has been established after the filing...

Do you need your parents consent to get emancipated at 17

You do not need your parents consent to get emancipated. The whole point of being emancipated is to prove to the Court that you have the ability to...

Name change to maiden and appearance in court

In my experience, you would have to appear personally so the Jude could ask you whether you are changing your name because you are seeking to avoid...

Will a lawyer be held responsible if they know their client is actively refusing to cooperate in a court-ordered process?

The answer is NO. A lawyer cannot force a client to do anything. The lawyer bears no personal responsibility if the client fails to follow his or...