Would i be able to take his rights away completely?

Not unless you are married and the step-father will adopt. You have grounds to terminate parental rights, but the law in Michigan does not permit a...

How can I keep my daughter safe?

The legal status of your case is unclear. Is there a court order for parenting time? Is it supervised? You should understand that you are required...

Can I ask for legal fees for having to hire a lawyer to represent me at a child support hearing?

You should be directing this question to your attorney. However, you can make a request for attorney fees from the judge if you cannot afford the...

My ex has not seen his children in over a year, can i do anything about it?

No, you have not stated grounds that would support a termination of parental rights. He must fail to substantially comply with a support order AND...

No, you are not required to have an attorney in order to conduct a Serafin hearing. However, you will need testimony from yourself and your...

What age does a child have to be to pick what parent he lives with?

Unless the father agrees to the change of residence, you would need to file a motion with the court and demonstrate either a change of circumstance...

Do I need a lawyer for modifying parenting time.

You would certainly be better served by having an attorney than not. Have you looked into whether there are any pro bono programs in your...

What reasons can u change a parenting schedule ,how can you have one party do the transport of child both ways from city to city

The proper way to obtain a change in the parenting time schedule and/or transportation is to file a motion with the court showing that there has...

Would it be legal for a 19 year old male to have sex and preform sex acts with a 17 year old female?

In Michigan, age 16 is the age of consent.

I voluntary sign termination of parental rights.

The assignment of a new judge is not significant. Sometimes court dockets get re-assigned, and that is just administrative at the court. I would...