I have orders for Alaska. Can my wife's ex keep the children from leaving Tennessee if she has full legal and physical custody?

If he has any co-parenting time at all, she must provide him with Notice by certified mail of her intent to relocate at least 60 days before...

Can I ask for and/or be granted "back-pay" for child support starting from the first day my child was born up until now?

You definitely need to ask for back support. Depending on the circumstances, you might be able to go all the way back to birth, but at least you...

I agree with Attorney Houston. However, what prevents you from calling and telling her? Or emailing? Those things might not be official notice, but...

Fasly,accused of domestic violence. By my wife. Lost my home as a result of it.

You may have temporarily lost your home, but it does not sound as if your case is over yet, based on what you have said. Talk to your lawyer and...

Can a child be adopted out by the state if a grandparent is seeking custody but hasn't had papers filed with the courts

That delay doesn't kill your chances, but, the longer you wait, the harder it will become for you . Have a heart to heart talk with your lawyer....

Can I bring up anything at a Show Cause hearing? I filed a motion for an order to show cause for a violation of my order of

Typically, a show cause is only for the alleged violations that are written in the petition.

When is an order of protection valid? If the respondent does not attend court and a default judgment was granted, when would

Missing the court date does not shield the respondent. Once he was served with the ex parte order, he was placed on notice. He missed court at his...

My boyfriend and I live together. We are going to try to get custody of his nephew and niece.

Cohabitation, standing alone, is not a bar to getting custody. If you have a stable, loving relationship, and the kids are safe and happy there,...

Can i get jail time for this contributing to a del of a minor?

Yes you could. Contributing is a misdemeanor that carries up to 11 months 29 days in jail. You are likely eligible for probation, but you...

There should be a Court Order that addresses visitation. I assume that you have a lawyer helping you on appeal? If so, ask your lawyer. That person...