Stepparent adoption?

While it is possible for a Court to grant an adoption if a biological parent does not show up to court and/or object, given your facts, this is...

What are my options to completing a divorce quickly if spouse is dragging feet.

There are several unusual factors that could complicate your situation but usually once your separation period is complete, you may set a hearing...

How does a Virginia driving record and criminal record translate over to California?

As far as the California DMV goes, it is difficult to say what will happen when. We do know that California and Virginia have reciprocity, so that...

Simple Assault hearing

I always say that no one would go into surgery without a doctor, and one should not go to court without a lawyer. There is too much risk involved....

Will I be arrested? Do I need a lawyer?

It is highly unlikely that you will go to jail for your error. At the hearing, be sure to tell the Judge about your mistake and apologize. The...

I'm looking for a lawyer to represent Daughter in appeal court. I need a quote.

I assume from your answer you are looking for an Attorney to handle an appeal from the juvenile court to the Circuit Court in your particular local...

It is true that court appointed lawyers have the same education as private lawyers you hire. The only difference is that you have paid a private...

What legal advice / action can be taken against the Department of Child support enforcement?

DCSE pursues both current child support and also attempts to recover money owed in arrears (past due support). They also recover money spent by...

If me nor the father of my child have physical custody of my daughter do I have to give her to him with out me being there?

You should pursue a paternity test. Your offer to allow him to see her in your presence is reasonable, especially if you have no...

Can my ex-boyfriend, who lived in my home but whose name was never on my mortgage, sue me for mortgage payments he made?

He might sue, but it is doubtful that it would come to anything due to the nature of the relationship and the arrangement. I am sure that while he...