The Court has the option of ordering child support to be paid directly to a child over the age of 18. Please consult with an experienced family...

I am a father of 3 boys that has full custody now that the mom is doing better she wants full custody.

Your children's mother would have to convince a court that it would be in the best interests of the children to change the current custody...

How long does a non-cust parent have to go without contact before his rights can be severed without having to hunt him down.

The statutory period to plead for abandonment or neglect in connection with a stepparent adoption is the six month period prior to filing. Please...

Can a grandparent take me to court if i deny her to be in the delivery room?

I know of no cause of action that your mother can file if she is excluded from the delivery room. You should speak with the administration at the...

Parenting plan change

Either parent can file to modify a parenting plan, so long as there is evidence to support the request for modification. Please consult with an...

How do I find out who has what kind of custody? I only get him on Monday and Tuesday.

You need to get a copy of the judgment establishing the custody and support order, which will tell you exactly what the Judge ordered. You should...

What are the laws regarding child support when both parents have 50% custody of the child?

Child support is calculated the same way whether the parents have 50/50 custody or some other arrangement. However, the visitation credit changes...

In a custody agreement, would a grandma be considered childcare provider if she isn't being paid?

The terms of the parenting plan control. I don't know exactly what the "right of first refusal" provides for in the parenting plan. Many times it...

What paperwork is the judge referring to?

I suspect the Judge needed a proposed Judgment, perhaps with findings of fact and conclusions of law. However, there are other documents that the...

I am trying to find out how to expedite a child support termination motion, or if this is possible.

The changes must be made in Missouri if that is the state that issued the original child support order. You could speak with an experienced family...