Can I sue my neighbor for definition? Or harassment? Ask for a restraining order?

"Definition" is not a cause of action. You may be thinking of defamation. You do not have civil suit worth pursuing without considerable actual...

Should we give in and adopt or not, and where does that leave visitation?

It is very difficult, if not impossible, to "force" a sixteen-year-old to visit anyone, so from a practical standpoint, it is too late to enforce...

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Remember that part about "'til death do us part"? You became a single widow the moment your husband died. However, the substance of your question...

My spouse and I do not live together. Are we still liable for each other in the state of MO?

Spouses in Missouri are equally responsible for the necessary medical expenses of either one. If you own real estate in Missouri as husband and...

My girl friend has left me for a man fresh out of prison and know they are wanting to take me to court for child support

"They" cannot take you to court. She, your child's mother, can file for child support if you are found to be the biological father (Child Support...

I need to find very sharp an attorney for my malpractice case against the dentist after my deposition.

Calm down and talk to your attorney. A whole lot of their deposition of you was basic background, where they are billing fees and wasting...

Can I get my X to pay me alimony after almost a year of divorce ?

If you were divorced in Missouri, the issue of maintenance (or alimony) would necessarily have been addressed in the Judgment. The general rule is...

If I would like to appoint guardianship of my minor child to a relative, what steps do I need to take?

If his aunt consents to her appointment as guardian of your son, then she could file a petition to be appointed, or you could petition to have her...

Honestly sir, it will be difficult to have mother ordered to return a 17 year-old. The Court cannot order the child to do anything, because they...

I was divorced in Cass Co. MO. I live in Green Co. now. I am taking my ex-wife back to court, do I hire a Green Co. or Cass Co.

The original Court (Cass County) has continuing jurisdiction over the case. Only if Green County is the more convenient forum for the parties can...