Biological parents of a child have rights to custody and visitation and the obligation to support the child. The way these rights are sorted out...

What time limits for one county in Missouri to another change of venue done does the original county have to add a case

The specific time limits and the progress of the case is very fact specific. I would suggest you first speak with your son's attorney to try and...

Can I move if I notified my ex husband 60-days in advance by certified letter?

It may be a good idea to speak with your ex-husband about the move even if he acquiesces to the move. You may be able to save yourself a lot of...

Missouri has an implied consent law whereby you could lose your driver's license under certain circumstance. If you receive a notice of suspension...

What are the chances of a judge ruling in favor of moving with my child if my ex is fighting it?

Whether the judge lets you move will depend on the particular judge and the facts of the case. I would anticipate that the judge would try to find...

How do I go about getting full custody, adoption, of my niece?

There are many different options to transfer custody of a child depending on the length of time custody should be transferred, the amount of...

An SIS is not a conviction—but it is a finding of guilt. Your question never mentions the database that will be checked, but if your SIS does not...

Do I have to pay child support to the courts if im already paying support through family support division?

You should not have to pay double child support. You run the risk, however, of paying double child support if the judge does not know that you are...

Under MO law in a failed engagement, who gets to keep the ring?

There is no special legal status or rights or privileges which come with an engagement for marriage. If your ex-fiance gave you a ring with the...

How do I terminate my daughter's father's rights so that my husband can adopt her?

In order to terminate the rights of a parent, you must either get a consent to termination from the parent or otherwise prove certain grounds for...