What to do when the judge appointed to a custody case has familiar relationship with one of the parties involved?

I definitely agree with Ms. Stockham -- proceed cautiously. Motions to Recuse are not for the faint of heart and an attorney is recommended....

Will the judge put his kids before my child since his kids live with him and there's no existing child. Support order in place

If he is not paying CS for his other kids, then it is not going to affect the CS amount for your child. I would recommend consulting directly with...

I have a timesharing case coming up and i need advice please.

Not sure what you mean about a time sharing case coming up - do you have a hearing? has something been filed? I would recommend you speak directly...

Can the state of Florida make me pay back child support if I'm just finding out I have 2 kids after 16 years?

Yes -- the courts generally can go back 2 years in determining retroactive child support. If there are any pending cases, I would recommend...

I have been served a summons for child support from Maine.I reside in Florida hw do I need to answer complaint

If it is a case out of Maine you would be wise to contact an attorney in Maine and see if the case is properly filed and see what documents are...

Permission given to attorney

Normally attorneys will discuss the case with a client's parents if permission is given. Due to the nature of client confidentiality I have my...

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I have sole custody of my children and want to change their last name. My ex has no contact. Please help

You would have to file a Petition for Name Change of a Minor Child --- if you do not have the father's consent it becomes a difficult situation and...

Can my husband adopt my son in Miami, even his biological parent is not a resident of USA? my son and i are residents for 5 year

Contact Ms. Singer or any other attorney that practices in adoption law in your area. A step parent adoption is the way to go and hopefully you can...

What is the form in Florida (lake county) to file for continuing visitation with my stepdaugther now that her dad has passed?

Without seeing the court orders in place it is hard to advise on this situation. On its face, without a stepparent adoption where you adopted the...

My grandson is split between ,other and father...father has a two bedroom apt and son has own room he is 5

Are there any court orders in place? Perhaps it might be best for him to contact a family law attorney directly and discuss these issues over a...