Questions answered by Eddie E Stephens III

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How do I change my daughters last name to mine legally?

Eddie's answer | Answered on August 02, 2013

It would be much easier if you had the Father's consent. To change the name of a minor ... is a serious matter, and such action may be taken...

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How long does a court have jurisdiction to bring up paying for attorneys fees in a child custody case once the case has been clo

Eddie's answer | Answered on August 02, 2013

I'm not sure why an award of attorney's fees would be contingent upon counseling taking place, but if counseling taken place as a condition...

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I am the petitioner in a case and my ex is the respondent. The respondent will not produce documents. What can I do?

Eddie's answer | Answered on August 01, 2013

File a motion to compel and set it for hearing. Civil rules give him 30 days to respond. Set your matter for trial. If you have a trial date...

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I have two kids with my domestic partner, what happens with my rights with my kids If we spilt?

Eddie's answer | Answered on July 30, 2013

If you want to see your kids, fie a paternity suit and establish paternity. Courts will not allow timsesharing until parentage is determined. ...

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If my name is on my children's birth certificate, an I signed a acknowledgement , why file a petition of paternity ?

Eddie's answer | Answered on July 29, 2013

So you can legally establish the legal rights to your child. If you happen to end you relationship with your partner they can prevent you from...

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If my parents are trying to get a restraining order on my boyfriend, once I turn 18, will it still be active?

Eddie's answer | Answered on July 27, 2013

Maybe you should learn about the different types of retraining orders so you know what you are dealing...

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I've been separated from my wife for about 25 years now. it's the marraige valid,

Eddie's answer | Answered on July 24, 2013

Marriage is basically a legal relationship that can be dissolved by divorce, annulment or death. Until one of those events happens, you are still...

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How would my wife be affected by my current child support case?

Eddie's answer | Answered on July 24, 2013

Successor spouse may not be required to pay support owed by his or her spouse to former spouse, and thus, financial status of successor spouse is...

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Are there any lawyers in Memphis who know how to handle parenting plans involving children with special needs and autism?

Eddie's answer | Answered on July 17, 2013

Ask a behavior therapist. They are in the best position to know a good recommendation for an attorney familiar with these special needs.

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Should I hire an attorney to get more time with my son and have support modified to a proper amount? What's average cost?

Eddie's answer | Answered on July 16, 2013

The modification of child support should be straightforward and not expensive so long as everyone os W-2 wage earners and income is not an issue. ...

Eddie E Stephens III's Answers (25)

How do I change my daughters last name to mine legally?

How long does a court have jurisdiction to bring up paying for attorneys fees in a child custody case once the case has been clo

I am the petitioner in a case and my ex is the respondent. The respondent will not produce documents. What can I do?

I have two kids with my domestic partner, what happens with my rights with my kids If we spilt?

If my name is on my children's birth certificate, an I signed a acknowledgement , why file a petition of paternity ?

If my parents are trying to get a restraining order on my boyfriend, once I turn 18, will it still be active?

I've been separated from my wife for about 25 years now. it's the marraige valid,

How would my wife be affected by my current child support case?

Are there any lawyers in Memphis who know how to handle parenting plans involving children with special needs and autism?

Should I hire an attorney to get more time with my son and have support modified to a proper amount? What's average cost?