How do my children’s father and I stop my parents from adopting our children and terminating our parental rights

IF possible, you need to hire a lawyer to defend you in the termination action. Depending on several factors, you may need your own lawyer, and...

How can I get my license back from child support?

You need to enter into a payment plan with DHS. They will probably require a substantial down payment, and then an extra amount each month towards...

Child support without a child custody order in place?

Yes, you can seek paternity (if not already established), child custody, and child support all together in the same case if you get a private...

What must l do to be able to see my daughter & what's the first step in starting proceedings to get visitation?

You will need to hire an attorney to file a petition with the Chancery Court seeking visitation and/or custody. Consult a local attorney to...

Can CPS take my children from me if I refuse drug screenings and refuse to attend court hearing?

Yes, they can, and in fact, probably will remove your children if you refuse to take a drug screen and/or refuse to attend court hearings. Also,...

H My son is in the military how do I stop paying child support

You can file a petition to modify support and/or emancipate the child in the court that issued the child support order. Contact a local attorney...

If I was married in the state of TN but live in the state of MS, would I need a TN residency to file a divorce. ?

As long as you have lived in Mississippi for the last six consecutive months, you can file for divorce here.

Can i refuse to do a hair follice test with cps in a custody battle with my daughter?

If you refuse to take the test, the Judge will likely assume that you would have failed the test, and act accordingly. If you want to get your...

If you do not pay as ordered, you may be held in contempt and face sanctions including possible incarceration. If your circumstances have changed...

What is the process for emancipation of a minor?

It is very unlikely that a Judge will emancipate a 17 year old. In 24 years of practice, I've done that only once, in exceptional...