If you want to have the name change legally accepted then you must file a petition for a name change with the Probate Court where you live.

How do I get guardianship of a grandchild who was taken out of state/

It will be difficult to try to do anything if you have no address for him as you could call Child Protective Services in Florida or whatever the...

I have joint custody (non custodial parent). Can my children refuse to visit me?

You can file a visitation complaint with the Friend of the Court but you might think about seeking counseling/therapy with your daughters to see...

How can my fiance adopt my child?

In order to adopt, you and your fiance' have to be married. You do need to consult an attorney about this and the other matters as I am not sure...

I am 47 years old. When I was seven, my mother sold me to a pedophile and a child abuser. Can I put them in jail now?

You would need to contact the police/prosecuting attorney in the area where you lived when this occurred and it would be up to their discretion as...

You need to hire an attorney to review all of your current circumstances as well as all previous custody/parenting time orders to determine what...

Can I get a felony charge dropped to a misdemeanor?

Your best solution is to hire an attorney immediately to discuss possible tactics and defense to the charges and has some familiarity with the...

How can my fiance get a DNA test on his daughter who lives in another state?

Your Fiance' will probably need to file a Paternity action in Arkansas to get DNA testing but he will need to talk to a lawyer in Arkansas to find...

How can family members see the prenup between father and his new wife??

Prenuptial agreements are usually drafted in anticipation of divorce and not death. Is there a will and was it executed before or after the...

What can I do to get visitation with my son or be able to talk to him if I live in different state?

You really need to contact an attorney in Michigan. Since there is a support order, what does the original allow for parenting time and in what...