I am 16 almost 17 and my parents are getting a divorce but haven't filed it yet. I live with dad do i have to go to my moms?

Has a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) been appointed for you? A Guardian ad Litem is an attorney who is appointed by the Court to protect your best legal...

Do you think we would have a case for full or joint equal custody?

The courts and judges may vary wildly on how your facts are viewed or how much weight may be given to individual facts. The only way to get...

What to do with holiday schedule when your child's not in school

The normal court ordered schedule (if you are splitting the entire Christmas break) will usually provide what dates to use if the child is not in...

Can I move out of state if I filed for child support but it's not happened yet?

If you are not under a court order that restricts relocation, you can move. However, you may be subject to criminal prosecution if the prosecuting...

Can I file for a divorce in the state of Missiouri if my soon to be ex husband has impregnated another woman.

Yes, you can file for divorce even if your husband's girlfriend is pregnant, so long as you are a resident of Missouri. If you are pregnant, you...

Where do I go to sign my parental rights over?

Normally, your child's mother would have to be married to the man who wants to adopt the child. Then, when they file for a stepparent adoption,...

How can I get my divorce/support/custody order modified in Missouri?

Since all parties now reside in Missouri and if you've been residents for more than 90 days and the child's resided here for the past six months,...

Can I get divorced from my mother as an adult of 19?

There is no law that allows a child to divorce a parent in Missouri. However, since you have lived independently, outside your mother's home, for...

Do I have a chance of getting custody of my 9 year old daughter?

I would need more facts and circumstances to advise you. Additionally, you need to know how the judges in the county where the judgment was...

If you are unable to find the biological father to serve him, after making all reasonable efforts, you may be able to serve him by publication. But...