How do I respond to a divorce summon when I'm not ready for divorce?

You need an attorney to represent your interests. You can use the find a lawyer tab here on Avvo or ask around to see if any of your friends have...

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How do I get temporary custody of my grand daughter? Her mother, my daughter has violated her probation. looking at jail time.

You should contact your local DHR office about filing what's called a "dependency" action. This is the process to follow to obtain custody of your...

Are there any other free legal services in Alabama other than Legal Services of Alabama?

The Birmingham Volunteer Lawyers Program has a Domestic Relations Help Desk. From the BBVLP website: "The Domestic Relations Help Desk is open...

My wife was awarded our house in the divorce. She was rejected for an assumption and cant refinance. What is my next step?

Make sure every refi program has been explored. The HARP (Home Affordable Refinance Program) is one of them.

How do I get custody papers drawn up? Do I already have sole custody? I am not married. I need papers showing this.

Since you have an affidavit of paternity, then it sounds like paternity has been properly established. You should visit with the local DHR Office...

Is there an Apelate Court order that says there are no set visitation for adult disabled kids ?

Has your attorney seen the 16 page rights document you said you sent somewhere (you don't need to answer back)? You need to find out what his or...

CAN I HAVE A 10 YR DIVORCED AMENDED?

A court has the discretion to modify a periodic alimony award. The person seeking the change must show that a material change in the parties...

How Do I Get Police Reports from Sumter County (Livingston PD)?

I understand your frustration. I have attached a nice compilation regarding access to police records - Alabama is on page 4 that you may find...

Joint deed,1 person deceased,othr is ex of deceased,if ex doesnt pay property taxes for 8 yrs,does ex still have legal ownership

She does need to see an attorney as soon as possible. She also needs to bring a copy of her dad's divorce decree, if she can find it (most recent...

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My ex has not paid child support

The state does not pay you if your ex goes to jail - it's his child support to pay, not the government's. You should talk to your social worker,...