Would no contact or support to the child be considered abandonment or a right to terminate parental rights after 6 months?

Terminating parental rights outside of an adoption context can be very difficult, as it would terminate the child support obligation as well and...

Can a probation officer say that you can’t consume alcohol or have it in your house if the judge didn’t specify it?

Alcohol prohibitions are general conditions of probation in most cases, but the sentence document is key. Get a copy of that and take a look to...

How can someone put a lien on your house for a job they never did?

Mr. Morgan has given you a great answer detailing a materialmen's lien process. If a lien is placed on your home for work that was never done, see...

In Georgia, should I pursue cancellation of a temp guardianship, or file for legitimation & custody?

Start with legitimation to gain your parental rights. Usually, you can get visitation and custodial rights through that, but may have some issues...

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Can I file for guardianship of our grandson.My husband and I have had him for 6 weeks now.

I agree with Mr. Early. Temporary guardianship is what you need to start with. You will have to give some kind of notice to the mother, and she...

Can my mother sign over parental rights to my stepdad, even if they arent together?

Your step father should be able to file for temporary guardianship to handle the school issue. This is done through the probate court and can be...

WHat rights do i have in a willed home that was left to me and my siblings?

Mr. Lipshutz has given you a very good answer. Depending on what probate work was done and what deeds were filed, you should see a lawyer and go...

Can I apply for "A Year's Support" for my mother even though she has died? My father died Aug 2017. My mother died March 2018

You cannot file a years support for your mother since she has already passed. However, you mentioned that she was given your father's share of the...

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Should a temporary substitute guardian consider obtaining a lawyer?

At the very least the guardian should consult with an attorney to find out what their responsibilities are in participating on the lawsuit. There...

My 20-year-old son is incarcerated and I have a notorized POA from him. How can I get a court ordered POA?

I agree with Mr. Ashman. If you are using the new form, then it sounds like you are being jerked around or are dealing with someone who does not...