Do I need a family law attorney?

Absolutely agree with Mr. Mullaney. Jurisdictional issues can be quite complicated. Although it seems you've done a pretty good job at spotting the...

What steps can i take to regain custody of my child from a 3rd party? my aunt an uncle has temporary custody that i gave to them

Did you go through a legal process to give her temporary custody? If not, she is not entitled to keep your child. You are entitled to go pick her...

Generally, a parent’s child support obligation does not terminate until the child reaches the age of 18. Otherwise, the amount may be changed, as...

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What are my options for filing for a DNA test and the mom refuses In court?

This is a somewhat complicated issue, but I'll try to summarize this for you. The Court draws a distinction between "legitimacy" and "paternity."...

What can I file? Can I file for a quick hearing? Can I have a 16 yr old speak in court she is my child on paper nt biologically.

I'm not sure why you would want the 16-year-old to testify, but she's under-aged, and the Court will not let her unless you ask for permission....

Can I get a rehearing on the grounds of my attorney not prepared and poor representation.

The maximum time to file for a rehearing has elapsed (1 year). But even if it hadn't, this is not a reason for a rehearing. You may very well be...

How do I get my ex to pay the alimony he agreed in divorce filing, and avoid any mud-slinging in court? Arbitration/mediation?

1) The issue I see here is that your final judgment with the alimony award was entered in 2012, which was 3 years ago. Under the rules of...

I was married for 26 years and I think that my youngest boy is not mine,I have permanent alimony,Can I changed that?

Alimony is not related to children. It is separate maintenance/support for the spouse herself, with or without children. So, the $1,500 you're...

I was married in Mass and I now reside in Florida do I need a lawyer to get Divorced?

You don't necessarily need to hire an attorney for your divorce. People do it themselves all the time. However, if you have any issues that may...

Do I have any rights to the house or furniture?

Everything was acquired after your divorce, and you didn't remarry him. So, unfortunately, you wouldn't be entitled to equitable distribution of...