The role of the judge in juvenile courts. Do they mainly listen to children's division and the juvenile officer?

Of course. These are professionals who work intimately in that industry. They also listen intently to police, the prosecutor and other officials.

Am I entitled to any kind of settlement.

You have a marital claim on anything acquired during the marriage.

What can I do if my daughter's father flaked the first week of scheduled visitation after he took me to court to see her?

Give the person some time. Communicate fully. And if after some weeks, he fails and refuses to use parenting time, then hire counsel to modify...

Can I get custody for my daughter?

Until you appear on a judgment as natural father you have limited privileges if any. Time to hire counsel and take care of business.

Can I enroll this child in school ? I am his representative payee.

I hope you fully informed each of the natural parents of your intentions prior to the current arrangement. If all parties are in agreement, merely...

How does step father adopt step children?

Filed in the county the child resides. Hire legal counsel and allow them to file the appropriate pleadings. Natural father will be notified of...

I'm sorry to hear of your circumstances. Although you have some legal remedies through court order, this is really a personal remedy issue in that...

Can I adopt my step child?

Once adopted, the natural parents lose all rights. Contact an experienced attorney and you should succeed.

My fiancee adopted a kid way before we met i wanted to no can i adopt this kid as well and give him my last name?!

Sure. If married you can certainly perform a step-parent adoption.

Can I claim susteneance from my husband who is seeking divorce from me although I also work at my job making much less money.

Hire legal counsel and allow them to help. Dissolution is not something you should approach alone and the added immigration topic makes it even...