Brother in jail for back child support and is waiting on disability hearing. He has mental and physical illnesses

Your brother should be eligible for a public defender if he can't afford the $600 bail money. In Missouri, there is an affirmative defense to...

Do I need to continue child support payments for my 18 year old son that is starting college next week if I'm sharing costs?

I agree with the previous attorneys -- the short answer is yes. However, starting college is a triggering event for a modification and there are...

Does my husband owe (Missouri child) support if his son is a college student but lives out of state year round? He is 20.

It is more than likely that your husband still owes support. However, Missouri does have some "quirky" language and it is possible the step-son...

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What is requirement in Missouri to pay child support and for higher education?

In Missouri, there is no mandatory requirement for either parent to pay for college education. However, the law does allow a parent to seek...

What is next after a petition is dismissed and judgment for respondent?For failure to prosecute.

I agree with Mr. Hudson, we need more information. For example, you state that the petition was dismissed and judgment was for the State. ...

In missouri does the mediator make a reccomendation to the judge or is what was said in mediation not to be mentioned to the

In Missouri, what is said in mediation is absolutely confidential. About the only exception I could possibly imagine would be if a parent...

My child is 14, not wanting to re establish visits with the noncustodial parent ,no visitation in 2 years, must she?

Your question is what is worst case scenario? From your question, i conclude that there are two cases involving your child. Athe current case is...

As an attorney who handles a substantial amount of family court appeals, I strongly encourage you to 9ohire an attorney fir the appeal. this dies...

My daughters father has a three year old son an his sons mother does not want him to see his son an wants him to sign his rights

I agree with Ms. Coulter that your significant other needs to meet with a family law attorney and file documents with the legal system.so he can...

Can my daughter sue her step mother for creating an alienation between my daughter and her father?

There are very few circumstances where a child can sue a parent and this case would raise some unique issues. The more relevant question may be...