When can I marry an immigrant legally in the United States if I am recently divorced?

As soon as your divorce is finalized. Make sure that you wait the 30 days for the appeal period to make sure it is final if there is any chance...

Is your fiance his father? It depends on how your son is eligible for TennCare. If his household income doesn't change, then he will still be...

Should I insist my name be on the lease too?

I am not sure you have the right to insist that your name go on the lease or to stay there if she doesn't want you to. I would consult an attorney...

Not unless he was planning on eating lunch with her. Then he might have a point that you were interfering with his time. Just because it is one...

Will judge give mother my granddaughter

Probably not, but it could happen. Your best bet is to hire a lawyer to represent you.

Can I...?

Were you married at the time of the child's birth? If you were, then you wouldn't need for him to adopt. If you were not married, then you should...

Do I have to show proof of my child support as income.

No, child support you receive should not be counted as income. Alimony is counted as income, but not child support. Who is they? If you don't...

Can a judge make my 12 year old come to court over a visitation request from a biological dad who has barely been in her life?

Yes, a judge can make a 12 yo come to court. In my experience, children rarely testify in custody matters. If there are questions about the...

I am changing the category to criminal defense so that someone who practices in that area can answer.

I am changing the category to divorce so that someone in LA can answer. You should consult your local legal aid office. They will sometimes...