HHow many times can a court case over adoption be rescheduled?

There is no bright line rule on how many continuances can be granted. The statute governing termination of parental rights cases does provide...

Do u have to wait until the divorce is final to remarry?

Yes, if you fail to wait until your divorce is final, your new marriage will likely be void. This could create all sorts of messy legal issues...

What can I do to get my child back? I am in the state of KY.

If DCS has filed a petition alleging the you have neglected and/or abused your child, you will have a chance to contest their petition in Court. ...

Can he fight his contempt of court and get away with it and ask for visitation?

You really need to hire an attorney to represent you on this matter. More facts are needed to be known in order to really give you any specific...

It really depends on the facts of your specific case. As a general rule, Courts like to see a few months of sobriety prior to considering a trial...

Do you need a lawyer to expunge a record?

It sounds as though you may be eligible to file a petition for expungement pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. §§ 40-32-101(g), (k). You can attempt to...

Can extenuating circumstances justify a breach of contract for an event center for a sweet 16 party?

Obviously it would be necessary for any attorney to read the contract in order to give you a definitive answer, but if you signed a valid and...

How long does a court have to close a civil case?

There is no set time frame. Different courts have different procedures for managing their dockets. If you feel the case is taking too long, you...

I am pregnant. If my husband has already filed divorce papers, am I allowed to leave the state after baby is born?

The statutory injunction that automatically goes into effect upon the filing of the divorce complaint prohibits you from relocating out of state or...

How can I get a father's rights stripped for good and change child's name to my name?

You don't have standing to file a petition seeking to terminate his parental rights. If you are married, your spouse may be able to petition to...