There is a grandparent rights statute in the State of Missouri, but the relief available is rather limited. And, there may not even be any...

How can he get visitation or joint custody? Is this even legal?

Your fiance needs to hire an experienced family law attorney who regularly practices in the county where the child resides, to file a paternity...

Yes, both cases can be going to court at the same time. However, in many courts the judges would want to address both matters at the same time. ...

What are my chances of getting a new GAL?

If you have already filed one request for change of GAL, then to change again you must convince the judge that the GAL has a conflict such that the...

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You describe a very complicated set of facts. Normally child support may be reduced whenever there is a substantial and continuing change in...

My spouse did not Answer divorce petition. Showed up in court to contest. Is she still required to answer the petition?

At some point the Respondent in a divorce action should file a Answer (or Response) to the divorce petition, or will be in default status. To...

How can I represent myself at a exparta hearing

You certainly have the right to represent yourself at an ex parte hearing, many people do. If neither of you have attorneys then both of you...

Can i file abandonment on my child's father?

Once you have been married for more than six months, you can file for a stepparent adoption. You can allege that the biological father has...

What paperwork do i need to answer and contest a summons filed by my child's biological father?

You really need to find an attorney who does not have a conflict. When custody of a child is at issue, the case can be very complicated and your...

How can I get custody of my 7 year old nephew?

It will be very difficult to take custody of the child from his biological parents unless they are willing to agree to a consent guardianship. If...