Can my ex take custody?

It depends. Family law varies state to state, but in general it is in the best interest of the child. In Minnesota, your ex would have to show...

First, if your husband does not show up to the default hearing, then the judge may just grant what you asked for. This is not as uncommon as you...

What are the chances of obtaining guardianship of my stepson?

While family law typically always deals with whatever is in the best interest of the child, biological parents have a constitutional right to raise...

In Minnesota, like most states, follow the "equitable distribution method"—meaning, the court will divide all marital property between the spouses...

Generally it is an uphill battle for step-parents seeking visitation rights for a step-child, especially if the biological parents of the child are...

This may vary from state to state on what the definition of "abandonment." In Minnesota, abandonment is defined as a failure to have regular...