Questions answered by Michael Scott Schiffman

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How can I find out if my ex has filed a petition for a adoption?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 19, 2015

This adoption case cannot go forward unless you are served - assuming your ex- knows where you live. In the event that the adoption is...

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Can I file an ex parte custody order after one has been filed and the children have been removed? The initial was based on lies.

Michael's answer | Answered on July 19, 2015

There is not enough information provided to give concrete advice. However, if the order you wish to change was entered less than 30 days ago,...

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Are their other options when it comes to collecting back child support?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 19, 2015

There are many actions that can be taken to collect past-due child support. I agree with the others, using the State will not make this matter...

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I came to an agreement in family court for a visitation matter and I am not happy with what I agreed with.

Michael's answer | Answered on July 19, 2015

I agree with the other attorneys - you have 30 days to seek to vacate the prior order. And I agree that this may not be easy with the only...

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How soon can you receive an annulment within the first 30 days?? How do you go about splitting up assesstes

Michael's answer | Answered on July 19, 2015

I agree with the others. Timing issues are important, but there are other more important factors that come into play. "Annulments" (i.e.,...

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My husband and I are custodial parents of his 10 year old daughter. We want to terminate mothers rights

Michael's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

You do so by filing a petition with the Court seeking to adopt the child. For you to be able to adopt the child, the mother's parental rights must...

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Michael's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

Look for some local family law attorneys; make some calls, maybe schedule a consultation or two, and see if you can find an attorney to work with -...

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What do I do after child support modification request was denied?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

My colleagues are correct - this will need to be dealt with in Florida. A lawyer will help.

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Divorce Case.... How to get judge to recuse himself?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

I agree with the other answers. This is a very difficult (and delicate) task with a very high burden. Once a proper motion is filed, the issue...

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In illinois, is moving within the state a change of circumstances to be able to modify custody?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

Moving two hours away may be considered a substantial change of circumstances - that will depend on the judge and the totality of the...

Michael Scott Schiffman's Answers (2590)

How can I find out if my ex has filed a petition for a adoption?

Can I file an ex parte custody order after one has been filed and the children have been removed? The initial was based on lies.

Are their other options when it comes to collecting back child support?

I came to an agreement in family court for a visitation matter and I am not happy with what I agreed with.

How soon can you receive an annulment within the first 30 days?? How do you go about splitting up assesstes

My husband and I are custodial parents of his 10 year old daughter. We want to terminate mothers rights

Divorce Attorney

What do I do after child support modification request was denied?

Divorce Case.... How to get judge to recuse himself?

In illinois, is moving within the state a change of circumstances to be able to modify custody?