Questions answered by Randall Scott Johnson

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What do I need to do to get his child support extended past 18 ?

Randall's answer | Answered on March 06, 2016

You should start by looking at the court order that gives you child support. It may say something about when child support should terminate for...

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Can I just change my locks, put her stuff in a box on the doorstep? Do I have to go through the court system.

Randall's answer | Answered on March 06, 2016

What you are describing is not just disfavored, it is considered an illegal "lock out" and it is a crime. It is a misdemeanor for a landlord to...

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My question is: is my mother allowed to take her OUT OF THE STATE during those seven days without my permission?

Randall's answer | Answered on March 02, 2016

I agree with Mr. Beaulier. Unless the court order specifically prohibits out-of-state travel with a child, it typically would be allowed. But I...

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Who has custody? what should i do next?

Randall's answer | Answered on March 01, 2016

The very first thing you should consider doing is hiring a lawyer to review the existing custody order and discuss this in more detail in order to...

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Will I be informed if there has been a response to the petition and summons from the other party prior to custody court date?

Randall's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

If the other party files an answer to your petition they are required to serve you with a copy of that answer and file proof of service with the...

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Is there an Atty, or multiple attys, that can help me, in MN, to move my TX divorce along? Help me find safe housing? Anything?

Randall's answer | Answered on February 27, 2016

You definitely will need an attorney licensed in Texas to represent you in your Texas divorce case. There may be attorneys who are licensed in...

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Is paternity established and custody determined at the same court proceeding?

Randall's answer | Answered on February 27, 2016

Yes, a paternity proceeding in court can deal with paternity, custody, parenting time/visitation, child support, and other matters. Sometimes it...

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Do the fathers have custody rights?

Randall's answer | Answered on February 27, 2016

Minnesota law says that if the mother is not married when her child is born, the mother has sole legal and physical custody of the child until...

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Can my daughter move to another state with her baby? Does she need the father's approval?

Randall's answer | Answered on February 25, 2016

Minnesota law says that if the mother is not married when her child is born, the mother has sole legal and physical custody of the child until...

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Is mediation a must? How can mediation be avoided if both parties know they disagree on an issue?

Randall's answer | Answered on February 25, 2016

I agree with the other lawyers who have already answered this. Yes, you can be required to go to mediation even if you think (or think you know)...

Randall Scott Johnson's Answers (953)

What do I need to do to get his child support extended past 18 ?

Can I just change my locks, put her stuff in a box on the doorstep? Do I have to go through the court system.

My question is: is my mother allowed to take her OUT OF THE STATE during those seven days without my permission?

Who has custody? what should i do next?

Will I be informed if there has been a response to the petition and summons from the other party prior to custody court date?

Is there an Atty, or multiple attys, that can help me, in MN, to move my TX divorce along? Help me find safe housing? Anything?

Is paternity established and custody determined at the same court proceeding?

Do the fathers have custody rights?

Can my daughter move to another state with her baby? Does she need the father's approval?

Is mediation a must? How can mediation be avoided if both parties know they disagree on an issue?