Mr. Houston is correct. You need to contact an experience family law attorney to assist you. If there is a will that will be probated, then you or...

Temporary custody of minor child in Tennessee due to mothers pending federal drug trafficking charges.

Mr. Houston is correct, but if I may, there are some issues that need to be addressed. I assume you are in Juvenile Court. Proper notice will need...

What should I expect to happen next in the case and how long does it take?

You will need to file an answer within the time allowed by law. You need to consult an experienced family law attorney to help you navigate your...

How to stop a 21 yr old from getting child support?

Mr. Houston is correct as usual. You need to petition for termination of ongoing child support, but you need the assistance of a local experienced...

How to get custody/ adopt of the neighbors child?

You will need to file a dependent and neglect action in Juvenile Court and ask for a protective custody order. If you are successful, you can begin...

What do I need to do so my husband can adopted my 12 year old daughter?

You need to file a stepparent adoption and termination of parental rights petition with the Chancery Court. You will need the assistance of an...

Does a dna test overpower the signing of the birth certificate if the child is not his biologically?

You need to retain an attorney. A recent case makes it impermissible to grant custody based solely on a default judgment.

I was awarded the house in our divorce decree? My wife refuses to move out. What should my next step be?

Mr. Rice is correct, you need to go about this legally to protect yourself. If you have a decree that gives you the home, then you may also...

Can my arrears be eliminated now that I am the primary custodian?

In order to terminate her rights, it would take a stepparent adoption and termination of parental rights action to be filed with the court. That...

How can I terminate my ex's parental rights, since he wants to surrender them (uncontested); without having to get remarried?

In Tennessee, absent certain crimes, a Father cannot voluntarily surrender his parental rights absent a stepparent adoption and termination of...