Jurisdiction for newborn

A Missouri court will likely not have jurisdiction over the father. You will have to file in the state where the father lives. Alternatively, you...

Adultery is not illegal. I would however begin any discussion concerning having to pay your wife maintenance (formerly called alimony) with your...

Can my spouse and I become the legal guardians of a friend's child

If both parents consent and you can pass a criminal and neglect background check it can be done. You will also need to have a home study performed...

I am divorced and have remarried. My ex has filed BK on bills he was ordered to pay. Can I file w/o my husband being in jp?

Yes!

Can my husband be charged with kidnapping in the state of Missouri even if my child is living with him right now?

Unless there is a court order, kidnapping is not an option. However, as the child's mother, barring something extraordinary, you have an absolute...

Why wont DFS give us our grand daughter back we need a good attorney an cant find one

DFS generally does try to find a way for children to be with their biological parents. They have given your daughter a plan that, if followed,...