Is there anything that can be done about a mother getting child support when the child hasn't been living with her?

Yes, the father who is paying the support should get an attorney to help file a petition to have the payments go directly to whomever is caring for...

Can I modify a final divorce papers,don't want actually to change something, I want to add another part to my award

You've described a complex situation--if you have an ongoing divorce you can raise this issue now. If your divorce is over, then I suggest you...

Should a person get child support if her and the guy are staying together in the same household legally?

If the children need support it doesn't usually matter that they are living in the same home as the payor, but you may be able to use this...

Legal help for my grand mother. how or what can we do about it?

I agree with Attorney Smollens: contact APS to report the abuse. In addition, it might be time to start a guardianship proceeding to have someone...

Daughter in an abusive relationship. Three children and is afraid if she leaves KC,Mo to indy it would be kidnapping,

The best advice to give her is to contact a local attorney directly. This is too important to make decisions based upon a bit of online info! She...

How to get a divorce without getting a headache?

As long as you both agree to the divorce and you are willing to cooperate with each other, there's no reason you cannot proceed with an uncontested...

If my sons biological father wants to give up all rights of my son how do I go about doing that?

If your husband wants to adopt, then your son's father may consent to the adoption. If your husband adopts your son then he will become the legal...

How many chi Dren can live in a two bedroom apartment

Generally speaking, the size of the apartment is much less important than the overall care the children are receiving. Not everyone can afford a...

It's not illegal. If you think there are safety issues--genuine safety issues, then contact an attorney and file a petition to modify the visitation.

My daughter has 2 kids & needs to move upstate with me . How far is she allowed to go away from the father. She is not married.

It would be best to get the father's consent and cooperation before the move. Ultimately, if the move interferes with the father's ability to have...