If I disobeyed an order of the court without ever receving the order...

It sounds like you have been directed to appear at a custody contempt proceeding. If you have a lawyer, you should contact him/her right away. If...

My boyfriend isn't on his sons birth certificate, the mother has since died what can he do

Your boyfriend should retain an experienced family law attorney to guide him through this. It is not clear when the child's mother passed away, or...

The reason the court wants you to appear and tell the judge you don't want to pursue the PFA is actually for your protection. Not showing up could...

Do I have/need legal assistance regarding as escalated situation with my daughters pricipal?

Your question seems to be related to special education, so I have added the practice area. You have two issues: Whatever is going on with...

In a custody case can a dismissed pfa and a police report be used?

The behavior that led to the filing of charges and the PFA might be used in a custody proceeding. Charges can be dropped and PFA's are denied for...

Can i get a pfa and not only have the person evicted from my home but also from our mutual place of business we both own?

You should give serious thought to contacting the police - now. If that is overwhelming, contact a rape crisis center and Women Against Abuse in...

I have asked to have my daughters IEP re-opened, is there a time frame the school must schedule the meeting within?

I need a little more information to give you a good answer. Is the mental health program your daughter is in not an educational program? Did she...

My girlfriend doesnt want to go back to court for the restraining court. she changed her mind. Do i still have to go to court, i

Anyone who has filed an action seeking the protection of the court or has been served with an order of protection should be attending the hearing. ...

Since a PFA generally covers situations between family and household members, you have a possible claim if her conduct falls within the definition...

5 years ago I went to rehab for prescription drugs will that affect me getting custody of my children I am not addicted now

If you are clean and are taking care of your sobriety, that is probably going to be much more important than your history. Courts look at many...