If my wife is emotionally abusive and has shown signs of borderline personality disorder, can I get my daughter in the divorce?

Possibly, custodial arrangements are determined by what the court deems to be the best interests of the child. Speak to an attorney, and discuss...

How can I get custody from my ex-husband to myself (our son lives with me 24/7) if I don't have the money to hire an attorney?

He can be ordered to pay your attorneys fees at any temporary or final hearing. Scrape up enough money to get an attorney started and the court...

Is there punishment for filing a false protective order?

Can she be prosecuted, sure; is it likely, not at all, in nearly every court proceeding, someone is telling some variable degree of the truth. As...

My ex husband wants to give up parental rights and I support this. He's in VA and I'm in GA. Can this be done? How?

Adoption or zero need for his financial assistance. It's actually not very easy. He doesn't have to see the child, but his financial obligation for...

If I'm behind 2 years on child support payments, can I still file for petition for legitimation?

Sure you can file, your success depends largely how you act starting now. First, gotta do something about that arrearage. Second, hire an attorney....

As the father, How can I obtain rights to my 4 week old daughter?

Legitimation, coupled with request for custody/parenting time. One thing to keep in mind, with a child of that age, particularly if the mother is...

Bad idea to go in without a lawyer, especially if she knows everyone there.

Here's the thing: how much is the fine vs. how much will it cost you time, fuel, parking, life, etc., to dispute it?

Do I have any options to reduce the fine or avoid points on my driving record?

Possibly, several options: defensive driving course, a reduction in speed, possibly a nolo plea. With a history like that, defensive driving course...

My son stole a handgun from our home. He has been to DJJ before for drug possession. Is this considered a 2nd offense?

First offense was drug related, second was weapons related; you need the assistance of an attorney, they will likely punish him more severely for...