How to prevent spouse from claiming child on taxes?

If all else fails, read the decree (and presumably, the agreement)! If it specifies he gets the exemption, then yes, he files the return taking...

As a grandfather what are my rights and can I get custody ?

The simple answer is you can file for Grandparent custody provided you can show that the grandchild has bonded with you and there is a risk of...

What should I do?

Good news: There is a very simple solution to your question. Part one, concerning decisions: Since you are 21, no one can decide anything for...

My boyfriend is charged with cruelty to children un the 3rd degree... what to do???

To help you the most, you need to consider very carefully whether staying involved with this man is in your best interests. Clearly he is in a...

Sometimes you can get an estimate or a guesstimate of the costs of the case by working backwards. You want to end up with an order. How long with...

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I want to ligitimize my 18 months old son. Approximately what is the cost.

Sounds like there is no issue on the legitimation itself. Joint custody can mean many things to many people. You will be required to complete a...

I need to file a motion for custody change. I have a fiance I live with. Will not being married yet look unstable?

Your son's age could be a factor. (How much he knows or can figure out is going on with the fiancee can be a problem for some judges.) ...

Can the custodial parent decide to send the kids to live with other family when the other parent has asked for them?

Courts understandably prefer that the children actually be with one party or the other as opposed to grandparents, relatives, etc., if the kids are...

Affairs tend not to have as much impact as many folks expect. However, you can perhaps use some of the facts to show he is dishonest, or at least...

How do I change my last name

The only issue the court will have is to make sure you are not changing your name merely to avoid paying debts, or otherwise give someone the slip....