I just moved to Mississippi with my girlfriend is pregnant and still married I want the child to have my last name need.help

If she is married, her husband is the legal father, and the child will bear his name. You would have to file a paternity action after the child is...

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How do I successfully terminate parental rights?

As a general rule, you can't voluntarily terminate your parental rights to avoid paying child support. Voluntary TPR is usually done only in cases...

What legal steps do I need to take to protect myself.

The ideal time to have thought about protecting yourself was before you put a lot of money into this house. You need to have a written contract...

What do I do now?

I agree with Mr. Ferrington. Contempt is a very serious matter that could result in jail time. You need an attorney to defend against that...

I got arrested for shoplifting.its my first shoplifting offense.will I go to jail?

In Mississippi you are very likely to get jail time for shoplifting, even on a first offense. Walmart is known to cooperate with the prosecution. ...

Is being over-served alcohol at a casino considered a good defense against a felony mischief charge?

No, voluntary intoxication is generally not a defense to a criminal charge. You should consult a local attorney.

My fiance is not on his son's birth certificate, but he does have the paternity test proving he's the father. Rights?

He has no rights at this point. If he wants to be a part of the child's life, he needs to hire a lawyer to establish paternity. He can seek...

Who can help me get an file for an affodavite for my spouse for whom I have seen for over a year and doesnt want a divorce?

You may have grounds for a fault based divorce, which doesn't require his consent. Consult a local attorney to discuss your situation in more detail.

If you have been served with a summons that says you must appear in court on a particular date at a particular time, you must appear and defend or...

About how much would it cost to get my last name legally changed in Mississippi?

Assuming you are 21 or older, not married, not seeking to avoid prosecution or defraud creditors, a name change is a fairly simple procedure that...