My wife threatned to shoot me 2 times. Now what?

Without a doubt, you should apply for a domestic abuse restraining order. The forms are available online, but I strongly recommend that you retain...

Will I have to split the proceeds from a condo I bought with separate money with my husband because his name was on it?

The answer to your question depends on the specifics in your marital property agreement and the circumstances under which it was drafted. I highly...

Will I be entitled to any property/assets that my husband has acquired during our 17 year "not legal" separation?

It is likely that your separation would limit the normal default of equal property division. However, the allocation of property depends on many...

What are the rules and or stipulations for filing for abandonment?

Abandonment is a term used to terminate parental rights. The standard is that the parent have no contact with the child for an extended period of...

How can my mom go for custody of my niece?

I agree that guardianship is the proper method to address this issue. If both parents agree, it is a simple process. If either parent disagrees...

Would you recommend a lawyer or going at it alone and why?

Based on what you describe, 50/50 placement does not appear a possibility. However, the father is sure to make arguments in his favor that...

The GAL often speaks to the parents about possible resolution. However, they are usually not in the formal role of mediator. If you are having...

I'm a father of a 2 yr. old and me and his mother just broke up (never married) what are my rights?

If you do not have a formal paternity judgment, that is the first step. Establish that you are the legal parent of this child. Then you will be...

Your option is a guardianship to grant you rights to make decisions and care for the child (such as school enrollment). You must either obtain the...

What can i do to stop him from taking our daughter.

You describe a troubling situation, including threatening and perhaps abusive conduct. However, the threats about medical and transportation costs...