My uncle died in June, before his death he left me a check in my name for $10,000. My parents are withholding it. I am 18.

Your entitlement to an inheritance is dependent upon the terms of the will. If the will specified the finds were to be used only for college, that...

How long can pa hold a person on a probation violation before seeing a judge?

While it is highly recommended that you retain counsel to fully review your case, it is important to remember that when you are incarcerated on a...

Your case appears to have some profound complicating factors and you are facing very serious charges. You need to retain a criminal lawyer to meet...

My fiancee won a civil case prior to his incarceration. The attorney said his funds can't be released until he gets out. Why?

You need to retain an attorney to review all the documents relating to the civil judgment. Generally speaking, someone who is incarcerated *can*...

How do I get my children away from their mother?

These are issues that have to be presented in a custody petition. If you do not already have a custody lawyer, you should retain one as soon as...

My daughter turns 12 in little less than one month, her father wants her solely, he's becoming increasingly volatile

I recommend you retain a family lawyer as soon as possible. From the facts as you have stated them, you are in a strong position to retain custody....

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Is there any length of time that a parent goes with out contact to their child that they legally give up rights without signing

No. You must file a petition to terminate his parental rights. As it stands, he has custody rights. I suggest you retain a family lawyer to help...

Got my divorce paper on 12/20/12 what do i need to do now.

Retain a divorce lawyer before signing any documents. You may be waiving rights to support and marital property.

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Am i eligible to claim my two children if i am unemployed and receiving child support?

It is always best to have a custody agreement made a court order. As part of that order, you can specify which parent can deduct the children. I...

Do I have a case against my ex?

You can certainly petition to modify the support order these facts. I would contact your custody lawyer immediately.