My 13 yr.old sons mom pressed charges on him for hitting his 18 yr.old step sister with a rock. What will happen to him, does he

The child will go into the Juvenile Justice system. The family history will be available to the Delinquency worker. A Family Court Judge will...

If im put down on the list for Child Custody consideration in court by Foster Care and I dont show up will that be held against

I have represented relatives in these hearings. Sometimes the court listens to you sometimes they do not. But if you are not there, the court will...

Can someone the age of 17 move out of state without a parent?

In Michigan, although she is a minor, no law enforcement officer or court will keep her in Michigan at age 17. Do you have any concerns about the...

Can a Canadian Citizen sue an American Citizen?

Yes, but there are many, many variables. This is definitely a matter about which you must consult an attorney.

How long until FOC enforces the child support order?

You can set up your account to access your child support case online, https://www.michigan.gov/micase. A party may also call the office that has...

You must go to the Friend of the Court first and ask for them to Show Cause the NCP for not returning the child. If the FOC will not do this, then...

How old do I have to be to choose which parent I want to live with?

Both Mr. Kates and Mr. Coleman gave you excellent information. The major concern for your father would be the cost of hiring an attorney and filing...

What is the best type of attorney needed to evict a live in abusive boyfriend who refuses to just walk away.

You know you must get rid of him now. Attorney Brennan is correct. Either a family law or general practitioner, but you want someone fairly...

It sounds as if this is an informal process in your particular county. Ask the opposing attorney to exchange lists with you. The more civil the...

If it says each parent has the right to claim a child when filing taxes in our divorce agreement can iit be over turned

I add to Mr. Coleman's response. If the JOD awards the exemptions 1 child to each parent, then a parent can file a motion asking the court to...