Can DSS force me to take a drug test without consulting a lawyer first or can they stop me from Consulting with a lawyer first

Since the question was posted 5 days ago, I assume you have gotten more information from DSS. However, in case others are wondering, DSS can do a...

Can a stepfather be present for a motion to amend hearing for custody if the ex-husband is falsely accusing him of abuse

Whether or not anyone other than the parents can be present for the hearing is up to the judge and the jurisdiction. In some courts, the public is...

Since my mom is really freaking controlling and I'm 28 years old and she has custody of me and she's my legal guardian is there

If there has been a guardianship proceeding in court and your mother has been named as your legal guardian, then she has the final say about where...

What's protocol in filing for divorce

My suggestion is that you schedule a consultation with a divorce attorney in your area. There are lots of things that the attorney can tell you...

When married and living with your spouse, can you file for custody of a child you have in common?

Most judges will not order custody when the parents are living together (whether they are married or not). As for whether the father can take your...

Hello, my wife was recently awarded an outrageous amount of child support and awarded "Sole" custody. I would like to appeal.

As my colleagues have suggested, you need to move quickly to file an appeal because there are very short deadlines to do this. If you miss the...

What type of lawyer do i need?

If the other person was the one who fired the gun and shot your puppy, you should contact the police and let them handle possible criminal charges....

How can I enforce child support payments from my ex?

If your ex is behind in his payments, and DCSE is involved, you can contact DCSE and ask that they file a show cause for failing to comply with the...

You are involved in a situation where you really should not proceed pro se. Even attorneys who are not litigators have little or no experience...

Who legally has custody of the kids when not in school for holidays and summer.

If the custody order does not specify what to do during holidays or summer vacation, then the 'regular' schedule would still be in place. Since...