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Child custody

Neil's answer | Answered on September 29, 2014

You should consult an experienced and knowledgeable family law attorney to discuss issues relating to paternity and custody. You might want to...

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Do I have to show divorce proof to bring my husband to USA

Neil's answer | Answered on September 29, 2014

You must provide all documents requested. Personal issues have nothing to do with immigration/sponsorship. When you say you "didn't file for it,"...

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Can you still get in trouble if you run from the law and get caught but they don't arrest you/give you a ticket?

Neil's answer | Answered on September 24, 2014

I strongly doubt that you'd be arrested or charged for what took place, especially being with a class group from another state. If they want you,...

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My biological dad was not put on my birth certificate now he wants to put it on.How can this be done?

Neil's answer | Answered on September 24, 2014

Was this person ever legally determined to be your biological father? Were there ever any court orders for support or parenting time entered during...

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For paternity testing, what happens if the potential father leaves the state?

Neil's answer | Answered on September 24, 2014

Are you receiving public assistance? If so, contact DHS and let them know of the potential fathers' names and whereabouts. Since public assistance...

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My daughters husband abandoned her and left with the car that is in her name and went to Florida & is not coming back. Options?

Neil's answer | Answered on September 23, 2014

Are there children involved, as it makes it more difficult/complicated? If not, then her option is to file for divorce and that's about all she'll...

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Former husband has hired lawyer to have my back spousal support lowered to 1$ monthly.should i contact lawyer?thanks

Neil's answer | Answered on August 09, 2014

You absolutely should engage an experienced family law attorney. You should have your Judgment reviewed to determine whether the support is even...

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Bought house years ago as single woman, haven't lived or paid n 2 years. Now married, do I have to include spouse on deed n lieu

Neil's answer | Answered on August 03, 2014

If the property has been, and still is, titled solely in your name, and you are the only one who has signed the mortgage, or other refinancing...

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What age do you have to be in Michigan to choose what parent to live with.?

Neil's answer | Answered on July 30, 2014

There is not a magic age, and where a child wants to live is only 1 of 12 factors a court must consider regarding an issue of custody. There is no...

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What do I do if my exgirlfriend forged my signature on Affidavit of Parentage and I have no money for a lawyer?

Neil's answer | Answered on July 30, 2014

I suggest you find money for an attorney's representation in support action if she files one. Additionally, you should pursue the issue of...

Neil M. Colman's Answers (2677)

Child custody

Do I have to show divorce proof to bring my husband to USA

Can you still get in trouble if you run from the law and get caught but they don't arrest you/give you a ticket?

My biological dad was not put on my birth certificate now he wants to put it on.How can this be done?

For paternity testing, what happens if the potential father leaves the state?

My daughters husband abandoned her and left with the car that is in her name and went to Florida & is not coming back. Options?

Former husband has hired lawyer to have my back spousal support lowered to 1$ monthly.should i contact lawyer?thanks

Bought house years ago as single woman, haven't lived or paid n 2 years. Now married, do I have to include spouse on deed n lieu

What age do you have to be in Michigan to choose what parent to live with.?

What do I do if my exgirlfriend forged my signature on Affidavit of Parentage and I have no money for a lawyer?