It’s always best to have an agreed parenting plan put into place. You should hire a family law attorney to draft the parenting plan. Any agreement...

WWhat rights does a step grandfather have?

Since he has shared custody of your grandson, the court that issued custody will have determine placement based upon the best interests of the child.

Is it possibly for someone to get a restraining order on someonewith a restraining order against them?

It is possible to have orders against one another. Most likely only temporarily. The plaintiff must show some evidence of abuse or harassment to...

Should I adopt my boyfriend's son whom I have been raising as my own for three years?

It depends on whether you are willing to pay support and follow a parenting plan until the child reaches the age of majority. This is a serious...

Will a court likely modify divorce decree re: who pays for kids health ins if it reduces child supp owed but is a better policy?

If you just modified the parenting plan this month, I’m not optimistic that the court will allow another modification, unless you can find an...

Husband pays child support but mother wants to get him for abandonment?

If your husband is paying support and attempting to exercise his parenting time, it isn’t likely the court would terminate his rights. There are...

Yes, it does raise a conflict and it’s important that these facts come to the attention of the court. The court will likely give the parties time...

How do I get guardianship over my brother who was 28 years old that has a disability?

You’ll have to petition the court and offer proof that your brother is incompetent. You will need to hire an attorney.

My wife has a legal issue with her ex husband not paying child support?

If none of you are still in California, you should hire an attorney to open the case in the state where the children reside. The case is too...

How did my aunt obtain my father’s house after my sibling and I and my father’s girlfriend reached an agreement at mediation?

It sounds as though you may have only contested the girlfriend's share of the benefits of the will. Was your aunt a party to the mediation? You may...