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What do I have to do to make sure the fathers to my three grandchildren do not try to come and take them from me.

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

You need to establish legal custody for all of your grandchildren. I'm not sure if you have any court papers from your description. In any event,...

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I want my husband to adopt my 5 year old daughter it is his step daughter but her father is not in the picture.

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

You need to talk to a local lawyer who specializes in adoption. Be sure to take a copy of your daughter's birth certificate with you when you go.

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Should I file child support on myself?

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

If you are not acknowledged as the legal father of the child (on the birth certificate), you should look into starting a paternity action to...

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I have unlimited POA daughter had brain blood clots after having baby got it to be able to look after baby..

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

If there is currently a petition from the father, that means there is an active lawsuit. You should take the petition to a family law attorney to...

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If a parent leaves their children without any legal binding agreement for a few days is this considered abandonment?

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

It could be. Contact your local social services agency for assistance. If the child is abandoned, they can open a dependency action to have you...

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What do I do if my family and I feel unsafe with my father in our house?

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

I'm sorry your home situation is like it is. The first thing you should do is find an adult you trust, maybe at school or church, or a family...

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As a friend with POA can I file an uncontested divorce for two people in FL if all paperwork is signed and notarized?

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

There is a special law regarding people in the military and lawsuits - the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If the husband is still in the...

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My guardian ha passed away recently and I live with his wife and I'm a teenager can I move out ?

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

mery sorry for your loss. You need to find a trusted adult, such as a teacher or counselor at school, or a family friend, and tell them your...

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My daughter 23 with two minor children one belonging to her spouse. Who is trying to take her name off all there asscets.

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

She should contact a local women's shelter as soon as possible. They can help her with a PFA. A divorce attoreny is also an option and many...

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What do I need to do I already have a restraining order?

Frances's answer | Answered on April 27, 2013

Contact a local women's shelter. Many have toll-free numbers if none are local. You can search on the internet or look in the yellow pages to find...

Frances Parker Quarles's Answers (423)

What do I have to do to make sure the fathers to my three grandchildren do not try to come and take them from me.

I want my husband to adopt my 5 year old daughter it is his step daughter but her father is not in the picture.

Should I file child support on myself?

I have unlimited POA daughter had brain blood clots after having baby got it to be able to look after baby..

If a parent leaves their children without any legal binding agreement for a few days is this considered abandonment?

What do I do if my family and I feel unsafe with my father in our house?

As a friend with POA can I file an uncontested divorce for two people in FL if all paperwork is signed and notarized?

My guardian ha passed away recently and I live with his wife and I'm a teenager can I move out ?

My daughter 23 with two minor children one belonging to her spouse. Who is trying to take her name off all there asscets.

What do I need to do I already have a restraining order?