Can I change my son last name to my maiden name?

You will need to file a Petition for Name Change. You will either have to get the Father's consent or have him served to give him notice. He can...

How do I stop a child support order for children I have custody of in a different state?

Was there also a custody order in Tennessee? If so you need to consult with and likely retain an experienced family law attorney in Tennessee to...

Can Florida DOR set child support during a pending divorce?

I agree with my colleague. Family law is not a do-it-yourself project. There are specific time limits and/or deadlines that have to be met when...

Can I move from FL to NC with my 5 year old daughter without written consent from the father or a court order?

You can move without a court order or consent of the Father, but you are correct to be concerned about possible legal action. If you move with...

Apart 10 years no kids no assets she won't sign papers what can I do?

You need to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. Just because she won't sign an agreement to get divorced doesn't mean you can't go...

This should be in the landlord/tenant section so I am moving it.

Can I get a fine instead of community service?

I agree with my colleague. If the sentence didn't include a "buyout" for community service hours you would need to file a Motion and seek a...

Is it common that a petition which is denied on a temporary basis is later granted at a hearing? I would say no but no attorney can give you an...

What states can I move to and avoid Florida child support

Maybe you should have thought about that before you made a conscious decision to help create a child. You cannot move anywhere to "avoid" paying...

I got a subpoena and do not want to go. No judge signed it. Can I dismiss it?

No you cannot "dismiss" or just ignore a subpoena. A subpoena is not signed by a Judge. If you fail to appear or respond to the subpoena you may...