How can I get custody of my child?

There is no way to again custody quickly. If paternity has been determined, you must immediately file an action to determine custody. As part of...

Misdemeanor-Petty Theft

You would be wise to have a lawyer and not to enter a guilty plea. WIth the assistance of counsel, particularly if you have no criminal record, an...

Your attorney may seek to withdraw from representatoin for any number of reasons. However, in a criminal case, generally, the Judge must agree to...

Is there a way to find a divorce lawyer that does pro bono work?

There are non-profit organizations in most counties that accept divorce cases for lower income people at no cost or on a sliding fee scale. You may...

I bought my house with my former husband and I got the house in my divorce. I am now remarried can I change the title over?

Your former spouse would have to deed the home to you with a quit claim deed. That reequirement should have been part of the divorce decree. Once...

Unlike child support statutes, there are no percentage guidelines to determine when spousal maintenance or alimony is appropriate or at what...

Voluntary return of vehicle

Yes. You may always seek to modify and/or satisfy a judgment with the creditor. Often they will settle for significantly less if a lump sum is...

Can a custodial parent be sued retroactively for child support payments?

If child support has never been determined, it can be calculated retrioactively based on state statutes. Once child support has been set, it can...

I need to know how do i stop someone from filing my children

I am not sure that I understand. Do you mean, how do you stop them from claiming them on taxes? If so, the IRS will review and flag returns where...

Can I be declared "unavailable" and have my prelim testimony read in a criminal trial based on freedom of religion est. clause?

You can be declared unacvailable and any statement previously made may be used in court based on an exception to the hearsay rule.