How can I go about getting rights terminated for my son's father?

Involuntary termination of parental rights is almost impossible outside of an adoption scenario under current law. A case called Chism v Bright...

Can my 11 year old step daughter petition to have custody changed from her mother to us?

No. Your child cannot petition the court to change custody. You can. When your child reaches the age of 12, she has the right to express her...

What steps or legal forms do I need to fill out to make a legal custody agreement so I can start seeing my daughter?

If you want this done correctly, you need to hire an attorney. Establishing custody, visitation, and child support is not something you can...

My son had to drop out of his first semester of college due to learning disabilities. My ex now wants him emancipated. He is 18.

If you or your son have been served with court papers, you need a lawyer immediately. Involuntary emancipation requires proof of particular facts,...

Will I be forced to do these things. I was served with papers for court . On this day can I ask for time to get attorney???

You need a lawyer asap The father has a right to have the child bear his name, but you can seek custody, child support and appropriate...

Is it a safe method to buy divorce papers online and file them with the courts?

If you want it done correctly the first time, hire a lawyer to do it. Online document preparation sites usually make a mess of things which...

My children keep asking when they can change their last name to my name. Can I do that without his "permission"?

No. As long as he is the legal father, he had a right to have the children bear his name. If his rights were to be terminated via adoption or...

What are my chances of prison time and should I retain a private attorney and go to trial

You need counsel asap. Don't post any more details about what happened and do not discuss your case with anyone except your attorney.

How can I go about this so I can go home?

You need counsel. Walmart is well known for prosecuting shoplifting cases, and courts in that area often impose jail time even for first...

Yes, MS can and will enforce a child support order from another state. Worse, they can only enforce the order as written. They cannot reduce the...