If i have a roof over my head, a car, a job would i be categorized as a unfit parent ?

It is always a possibility for someone to make claims, whether based on facts or falsities, and obtain relief from a Court. If a Court is going to...

Can a settlement check be held for 2 years?

This does not sound normal, but there may be reasonable explanation. In many cases where settlement proceeds are paid, the Plaintiff must first...

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My husband deserted me I am age 70 no money and he left me owing a lot of bills including mortgage I know where he is but don't

You need to meet with a divorce attorney soon. You will need to locate an address of where your Husband is, and in order to start the process of...

You need to review your lease, but A.C. is not considered an essential service like heat, water or electricity.

Do my in laws have visitation rights to my daughter?

There is a grandparent visitation statute in Tennessee which applies in certain situations 36-6-607, but no grandparent visitations are guaranteed....

How can I go about my husband adopting 3 of my children from a previous unwedded relationship?

You need to consult with attorney on this process, as termination and adoption cases are very complex. Nevertheless, I will attempt to answer your...

If the father is not paying child support can his spouse be held accountable for payments

No. Only the person(s) listed on the order can be held in contempt or otherwise held responsible for non-payment of support.

Do grandparents have rights to keep your child away from you in tn, is she allowed to leave to state w/o permission?

Your Mother may be guilty of a crime called custodial interference. Absent a court order, she cannot keep your child away from you.

My wife and I are both US citizens. We got married in the Dominican republic. I haven't seen her in 5yrs I want a divorce.

Definitely consult with a family law attorney in New York. I am only licensed to practice in Tennessee and Arkansas. All States require the...

Divorce Complaint

The requisite time period to file an Answer is within 30 calendar days from the date of service of the Complaint. However, the Court may allow...