How do i file child abandonment?

There is no such thing as “filing child abandonment.” I assume you mean you want sole legal and physical custody of your daughter and you don’t...

Changing minor child's last name

The court will use the “best interests of the child” standard in deciding whether to change the child’s name. There is no way to specifically tell...

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Can I be held legally responsible

Can you be "charged with theft?" Probably not at this point. The statute of limitations on a theft crime under Minnesota law probably passed...

Father wants to do mediation for child custody after almost 8 years. What happens if I don't want to?

I agree with the other attorneys’ answers about the value of mediation. I would just add that child support is a separate issue from custody and...

Are there limitations in regard to in-state relocation with my child in Minnesota?

This is a fairly common situation. A move within the state does not generally require a court order, unless there are restrictions set out in...

My son's father died recently, if I passed away also, who would get custody of my son?

In that situation, no one "automatically" gets custody of your child under the law. You can name someone to act as your child's guardian in your...

Do I need to go back to the same place that acted as arbiter if I want to go back to arbitration?

Do you mean "mediator?" If your divorce decree says you and your ex must attempt mediation of disputes before either of you is permitted to return...

Can I file a motion to dismiss based upon lack of service?

Under Minnesota court rules, an action is commenced when the complaint is served on the opposing party, not when it is filed with the court. So if...

How do i go about expunging my criminal record?

As the other lawyers here have already said, you could hire an attorney to help you bring an expungement action in court. Expungements can be...

Battery: to file or not to file?

If you are asking whether you can file criminal charges against the other guy, the answer is you can't. Individuals do not "file charges" against...