The right of first refusal if used, should apply to both parents. I wouldn't expect the court necessarily to order it, but if you both agree to it,...

Violating divorce/custody order by entering onto my property after being asked repeatedly to stop...

Does your divorce decree restrict pick up and drop offs to "curbside pickup" only? If so, and he isn't following the order, he is in contempt and...

Does sixteen yr old gonna b seventeen in five days have to return to his mom?

The court orders must be followed. If the mother has primary custody and wants the child back, the child has to go back. The child does not get to...

Can I sure my propane delivery man employer for having affair with my wife?

I am sorry for your spouse's infidelity. I've been practicing family law for 35 years, and have yet to see a case for alienation of affection in...

This is a new ploy that insurance companies are routinely pulling in accident cases, even with lawyers. They are insistent in wanting to take...

Do I have to agree to this?

You don't have to agree to anything that you don't want to. If they file a motion with the court to see more time, you have the right to contest...

What are my rights as a mother to a 2 year old that there has been no court case opened for child support or custody agreements?

Has paternity been established? Until your ex boyfriend is legally adjudicated as the biological father of your child, he has no legal rights...

How can I change my custody schedule?

You can't move out of state or more than 150 miles within the state from the other parent, without first providing 60 days advance written notice...

Would a judge tell me I am obligated to pay?

Do you have joint custody? If you do, and the other party is making unilateral decisions involving your child without your consent and...

Courts never contacted non-custodial parent of child's last name change?

I recently wrote a blog on name change for children at our law firm's web site. If the child is under 14, it takes both parents to consent to a...