I have a shared parenting plan and my son father keeps leaving my child alone with third parties (neighbors, friends, etc),

You could possibly file contempt and for a modification or termination of the shared parenting plan. The fact that he did not accompany your son to...

Can i keep my car thats in both our names if i want a dissolution?

A dissolution can be done only where the two of you agree on the division of all assets and liabilities. So, if you want a dissolution, this is one...

Where are the bulk of legal fees billed in lawsuit defense?

I am an attorney in Ohio so, I can't advise you on Texas law or procedure. With that said, I have been doing this for almost 35 years. You seem to...

How do my husband & I file for a step-parent adoption without using an attorney

I do agree with Mr. Sheets. You can't get something for nothing. There are important rights at risk here ( of the child, biological father, and...

Can I get my step mother arrested for drug use without risk of children's services taking my niece away?

There is always a risk of children's services getting involved when drugs are around children. It doesn't always result in removal. Also, mere...

Legal custodian v. Parent

Your right as legal custodian is similar but not the same as a parent. In this situation, the father would need to show that a change of...

Is there common law in Ohio?

There no longer exists a common law marriage in Ohio. You may have certain inheritance rights if you are his biological child. Your mother- his...

If my mother took me to court for visitation for my child and didn't follow the rules can the order be dismissed?

It would be somewhat unusual for your mother to be granted grandparent visitation. If she took you to court and the court did give her some type of...

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Question for family attys

You can file in Probate Court for a name change. One of the statutory forms required is a disclosure of any other cases involving this child. That...

Can I get a lawyer in ohio that will fight a divorce/custody case in Wyoming, where husband resides?

You need a lawyer licensed in Wyoming. I doubt you will find one in Ohio who is also licensed there. I can't tell from your facts which state is...