I was charged chd abuse & neglect w meth promotion but abuse & neglect has been dropped. How do I get my child back

If there is an order from the court keeping you away from your child, then you will need to file a motion in court to get your parenting back. I...

Can I claim common law marriage if my husband passed away and we have not been together for ten years.

Tennessee does not recognize common-law marriage. However, if another state where you live had common-law marriage, then it is possible. in other...

Need help with fathers rites

Dad should hire an attorney as soon as possible and file a Motion for Emergency Custody. The doctrine of Superior Parental Rights would favor him,...

Being falsely accused of neglect

I think that it is normally good idea to cooperate with Adult Protective Services. I suggest that you call the police dept and see if there are...

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TN: I moved out of state. My teen now wants to live with me. Can she decide who she wants to live with?

Under Tenn law, your daughter's desire, standing alone, is not enough to change custody. However, if she is experiencing stress, anxiety, etc.,...

I signed over custody of my son to his paternal aunt 3 years ago, I'm doing much better&continuing to do so, what are my rights?

If the original custody Order only gives your aunt " temporary" custody, then it will not be as hard for you to get custody back, although it will...

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Im getting a divorce and the house mortgage is in my name but her name is on the deed.

It is far better to sign paperwork as part of a total settlement. I recommend that you not sign over the house to her, unless you have a complete...

Mother ruled to be unfit is now trying to regain custody.

Does your boyfriend have an attorney ? If so, you need to be asking that attorney. Custody cases depend on numerous factors, and you shoudnt just...

Child support attorney

I agree with Eugene. You could ask the Court to designate you as the Primary Residential Parent and to give you primary custody. This could help...

Do you have to hire an attorney in the same state your divorce was finalized in if you have moved and need to go back to court?

If both parents have moved out of that state, you do not have to go back there. You would then have to go to the state where his ex-wife lives. If...