I am going through a divorce, I have been the primary parent for the past 6 years, taking kids to school, sports, etc.

Historically, equal time-sharing was anything but automatic, especially where you have always carried a much greater share of the parenting...

1) What happens after I receive my "Answer to Counterpetition," what is my next step?

Once your husband answers the counter petition, your pleadings will be finished. You should file your financial affidavit within the normal...

Is it possible to order someone to return to the county that their child was conceived in?

Unfortunately, the state where a child is conceived does not have jurisdiction over the child. So, the statute prohibiting relocation with the...

Husband wants to stop paying alimony.

The legal issue is whether there has been a substantial change in circumstances that would justify modifying the final judgment awarding you...

I have a pending uncontested divorce, but case worker says I need to file an amendment to the petition bc of a baby born

I think the case manager is helping you, even if you don't necessarily see it that way. Since your child was born during your marriage, your...

How old do i have to be to file for my husband/wife?

If you are talking about your wife joining you in the United States, it seems like you need to speak with an immigration attorney. They can...

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How does a no contact order work

I agree with the prior answer. My clients frequently ask the following question: What if I am at a party or school event and she shows up? My...

I have my sons joint custody with my ex...ill have to move soon due to military orders,

If you filed an "intent to relocate," you may be using an old family law form. You need to file a petition to relocate. This is not something you...

Your name has been legally changed. The judge didn't give you the right to change your name, the Final Judgment changed it. Of course, you still...

The prior answer is correct in that you cannot initiate criminal charges for false reports to DCF or the abuse hotline. Under sections 39.205 and...