Fortunately, this question has been litigated to the higher courts so we have some instruction on how the trial courts should handle this issue. ...

My fiancé done an at home paternity test for my daughter which we already knew was his would this hold up in court?

An at home test will not hold up in court. You have to get a certified DNA test done from a licensed facility or Maximus can do it if you have...

Is there a way to get a divorce without hiring an attorney in the state of Tennessee?

Absolutely, although it is ill-advised. Without knowing all of the issues in your case, I can't advise how to go about doing it but you definitely...

What are my legal rights as a father?

Your rights are the SAME as the mother 's except, without a court order, she is the custodian by default until an order is entered defining the...

I was offered restitution by the DA. Should I take it or take the offender to civil court?

Take the money AND file suit in civil court. Criminal restitution does not preclude you from obtaining other damages in civil court.

Custodial parent leaves state for weekend Friday and returned on Sunday but didn't provide itinerary.

The child support guidelines has a helpful definition of what a "day" is: " “Days” — For purposes of this chapter, a “day” of parenting time...

Been married 8yr to a man that has been in jail most of that time. Is there a way to get a divorce without him having to sign?

You can file and have him served in jail. If he does not file an answer to your complaint then you can file a motion for default and attempt to get...

How to keep sole custody of my 4y/o and her father only have visitation rights if he is drug free?

I would definitely file a petition with the juvenile court asking to restrict his visitation accordingly. When you file the petition you may be...

How do I get my husband to leave?

You can file for divorce. Then you can file a motion for exclusive possession of the residence asking the court to make him leave. Usually a court...

I have a name change order in my divorce decree What is the process if my divorce was finalized a place other than my home state

You will need a certified copy showing that your copy is a true and correct version of the court order and it will need to be sent to the...