My father and stepmother were divorcing in Ohio. He died before finalized.

You should quickly consult with an experienced probate and real estate attorney. If she did not cancel her life estate, the fact that she no...

How do I go about getting full custody of my daughter from my ex husband do to his abandonment of her?

You will need an attorney experienced in family law and interstate custody matters either in Ohio or in your new state of residence. If your...

I am 17 and want to move out of the house I have a place to go and everything I need

No, you do not call the shots. If your father is abusive, tell your school counselor or call CPS/JFS to investigate. Be careful not to exaggerate...

What are my rights as a single mother? Do I have full custody?

In Ohio, the unmarried mother is the sole custodian and makes all of the decisions UNTIL someone goes to court and asks for a determination. In...

When a judge determines you are guilty of something, doesn't he have the sole power to determine what the punishment is?

The court may be required to impose a sanction if it finds frivolous conduct. It depends upon the rule or statute. You would be better off hiring...

Can I allow my daughter to live with her mother full time even though I have custody? Will I get in trouble/arrested?

Unless it would be neglectful for her mother to have your daughter (such as knowing that she lives with a sex offender or does not have heat), the...

You should contact an attorney. Ohio law usually treats the ring as a gift "in contemplation of marriage" and subject to return if YOU call off the...

In a custody hearing can each party talk to the judge separately?

Doubtful. Judges can get in trouble for talking to just one side. The court could separate the two of you into separate rooms for testimony via...

Do you think I could get an ex parte based on this evidence?--

It all depends upon your particular judge. More importantly, hire an attorney to raise these issue now, not when the father comes to pick up your...

Can I keep the jewelry my father gave me before he died. He died in the middle of a divorce.

Practically, you have a family relationship issue. Legally, your mother may be able to go to court to seek these assets because most courts ban...