What are the first steps in acting on support not paid?

If you are willing to hire an attorney, you can take her back now for contempt. If you decide to pursue that avenue, please schedule a...

Can I gain guardianship of a relatives (minor) child at the age of 19?

You need to immediately schedule an appointment with an experienced probate attorney. If your cousin (and the other parent) are both willing to...

Petition for child custody and support.

There are forms available online for people who want to represent themselves in family law cases. However, often these forms are confusing and are...

Can I take any sort of legal action ie if the non custodial parent consistently fails to exercise time and doesn't pick up son

You really need to speak with an experienced family law attorney who regularly practices in the county where the original judgment was entered to...

I cannot understand, with the facts stated, why you would have been "unable" to pursue child support in the original case. However, in general, a...

Is signing over rights an option?

No parent can simply elect to opting out of his/her responsibilities as a parent. The child is entitled to support, and a relationship, with both...

How much time do courts usually grant the father for visitation ?

The law of the State of Missouri states that joint legal and joint physical custody is the preferred custodial arrangement. Many courts now start...

The problem may not lie in the "dating", the problems may arise if she exposes her children to you and the children's father decides to make an...

How do I file for custody of my daughter

You really need to immediately schedule an appointment with an experienced family law attorney who regularly practices in the county where your...

My checks are getting garnished & I'm making $0.00 dollars. If I sign my rights away, do I still have to pay child support?

A parent is not permitted to simply "sign his/her rights away". The law imposes on all parents an obligate to support the children they have...