What, if anything, can I do about the fact that my child support checks are not cashed in a timely fashion or alleged to be lost

You could voluntarily place yourself on a wage garnishment or set a direct transfer between your banks.

Maybe. There is actually precedent for an adult child suing a parent for back child support, but it is rarely ever evoked. Also, your mother...

How easy is it for a parent to relocate with children?

Please read my firm's blog on parental relocation: HREF="<http://www.turnerlawoffices.com/custody/tennessee-parental-relocation-law/A> Your...

Is a child support worksheet/calculator the be all to end all? Or does the judge have the final say in the matter?

The judge has discretion to deviate the worksheet upwards or downwards based on factors listed in the guidelines. It's very fact specific so you'll...

I was recently in a very bad physical and mentally abusive relationship It got to where I was in fear of my life so I left...

You need to consult with a family law attorney ASAP. This sounds like a powder keg of volatile problems and potential danger. In short,...

Can i change me and my son's identity?

Do you mean change your name? Of course you can. As to your son, your sentence is confusing. If you were married, your ex husband is the legal...

How do I get permission to move to another state with my son? I have a parenting order and I'm not married to the child's dad.

Is your parenting order from Tennessee and does is make you the Primary Residential Parent? If so, it may just involve sending a letter certified...

How do I file for custody?

Ben is correct. There's a whole jurisdictional issue that needs to be confronted before you can proceed. Fortunately, you do have rights regardless...

How can I take my step daughter away from her neglecting mother?

You're post isn't detailed enough for a full assessment, but it sounds like you may have grounds for a dependency and neglect proceeding, which is...

Do I drop my order of protection to get a sooner court date?

I'm not sure what you're asking. You may want to repost a more specific question or make an appointment with an attorney. You should be able to...