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Can I waive back child support in exchange for my ex giving up right so my son can be adopted?

Sara's answer | Answered on September 20, 2018

You cannot waive or agree to waive back child support in exchange for your ex's consent to an adoption . Based on what you have indicated...

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If my bio-father signed away his parental rights when I was a child, with a no contact clause, does that extend to my adulthood?

Sara's answer | Answered on September 18, 2018

If your biological fathers rights were terminated as part pf an adoption, he is not legally related to you and neither would any of his family. It...

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I served 5 days notice to the tenant and he did not pay. What is my next step.?

Sara's answer | Answered on September 17, 2018

You need to make sure that the 5 Day Notice was filled out and served correctly. If it is, then your next step is to file a Forcible Detainer...

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My niece is pregnant and wants to let her cousin adopt the baby but the father of the baby doesn't want her to give it up.

Sara's answer | Answered on September 15, 2018

There is nothing your niece can sign as far as consent to place her baby for Adoption until at least 3 days after the birth of her baby. The father...

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Can I make my ex husband sign over parental rights?

Sara's answer | Answered on September 15, 2018

You cannot make your ex sign away his rights, but based on the information you provided you would likely be able to have his parental rights...

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Why my landlord sent a 5 day notice for eviction

Sara's answer | Answered on September 13, 2018

Giving a Notice be e-mail is not recognized as valid service also a validly served 5 Day Notice can incude only rent (not a late charge). While...

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Hello? If I am a week late on rent however paying a day later can i be served a two notice

Sara's answer | Answered on September 12, 2018

There is no such thing as,a,2 Day Notice. There,is,a5 Day,Notoce, however, if you pay the entire rent due,within 5 days, it cures the default. ...

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Can I move my ex-wife out? her son is 17 and she is claiming i cannot get her out because she has a child.

Sara's answer | Answered on September 11, 2018

You need to check your divorce decree to arsee if any of this is addressed. If not, you will need to file with the court that entered your Judgment...

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What do i do if I i am required to file an answer to the complaint an have already been to court before it was issued after m?

Sara's answer | Answered on September 11, 2018

File a written answer in the county of your case, answering point by point, a nd send a copy to the opposing party. Chech your court order tl see...

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DCFS KIDKNAPPED MY DISABLED CHILD! NEVER CALLED MY PHONE. THERE IS NO COURT ORDER. NO SAFETY PLAN NO NOTHING.WHAT DO I DO? ?

Sara's answer | Answered on September 11, 2018

If DCFS is not responding, you would be best served by consulting with a lawyer who is well versed DCFS law and procedure in your area. Do so...

Sara R. Howard's Answers (1186)

Can I waive back child support in exchange for my ex giving up right so my son can be adopted?

If my bio-father signed away his parental rights when I was a child, with a no contact clause, does that extend to my adulthood?

I served 5 days notice to the tenant and he did not pay. What is my next step.?

My niece is pregnant and wants to let her cousin adopt the baby but the father of the baby doesn't want her to give it up.

Can I make my ex husband sign over parental rights?

Why my landlord sent a 5 day notice for eviction

Hello? If I am a week late on rent however paying a day later can i be served a two notice

Can I move my ex-wife out? her son is 17 and she is claiming i cannot get her out because she has a child.

What do i do if I i am required to file an answer to the complaint an have already been to court before it was issued after m?

DCFS KIDKNAPPED MY DISABLED CHILD! NEVER CALLED MY PHONE. THERE IS NO COURT ORDER. NO SAFETY PLAN NO NOTHING.WHAT DO I DO? ?