Do I need a custody lawyer?

If there is a pending divorce, you are not allowed to move out of state with your child without agreement or permission from the court. Relocation...

My husband has sole legal custody of his daughter. He travels for work alot. leaving my stepdaughter with me.

If you want custody of your husband's daughter, you may want to consider adopting her. If the biological mother consents, the adoption will be a...

My ex-husband is not obeying the divorce judgment and I cannot get my attorney to call me back. What should I do?

You need to seek new counsel. Your lawyer should return your calls. Your new counsel should review your agreement with you and give you advice as...

Can I leave my husband and take my child to another state? I have been hit, chocked, etc. I just want to leave.

You need a Family Violence Restraining Order. You can also file for divorce, but you likely need a restraining order to protect you. You should...

Need clarification on status of Court Order for Child Support in Cobb County, GA

You likely need to file a Petition for Contempt to get the child support that is owed to you. DCSS frequently makes things more complicated. You...

How can I stop an ex boyfriend who continues to be slanderous, defamatory and libelous about myself and my family after 5 years?

You should send him a cease and desist letter. Depending on his level of harassment, you may be able to get a restraining order through the...

My daughter wants info on her husbands retirement,

The retirement account, along with any other assets incurred during the marriage, are considered marital assets that are subject to equitable...

Can I hire the atty who represented my ex in our divorce for a custody modif? She represented me in my first divorce-no waiver

There was a clear conflict and she violated it. She is not allowed to represent you since she represented your ex. I would not advise you to hire...

I want to file for a divorce, but we now live in different counties. Which county should I file in - mine or hers?

You most likely need to file in the county in which she lives in unless she consents to file in your county. Depending on the counties in...

You should take the mediated agreement to an attorney to review. If the mediated agreement is unclear and not thorough, there is a good chance you...