How do I defend myself against be accused of emotionally abusing and Financially exploiting my elderly Aunt by my sister and DFS

You need to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. There is no way of knowing which way DFS's investigation will go or what...

Gaurdianship

The baby's mother is responsible for the care and control of her baby, and has the authority to make all decisions for the baby. You don't mention...

Consequences for getting an MIP within months of a DUI?

The fact that you got an MIP so soon after the DUI will not work in your favor for getting that DUI reduced. I hope you have an attorney who...

What do i do now that my 15 yr old was arrested for DUI, possesion of marjiuana and possesion drug paraphernalia  

You need to hire an attorney who is experienced in handling criminal defense. If this is your son's first offense, you may stand a good chance at...

Generally, a guardianship granted in one state will be recognized by all the other states, because of the 'full faith and credit' clause of the US...

When a girl gets pregrant does that emanicapate her?

Generally speaking, emancipation of a minor requires the minor to make a formal application before the court. The court will consider all...

A petition for divorce was filed. Defendant responded but now the plaintiff can not be found. What would be the next step?

Maybe you should cross-petition for divorce. Have your client and the ad litem or ad litems swear out affidavits that they have made good faith...

My husband recently adopted my son. However, I was wanting to know if I can go back for the past five years for child support.

Generally, once a child is adopted, the biological parent whose rights have been terminated no long has any duty to pay child support. Your...

Will a step parent adoption be easy, in my situation?

To answer your question: you need to hire an attorney who has a practice focus in family law, specifically adoption. Check with your state and...

My 14 son would like his stepfather to adopt him his bio-father has not seen him since he was 3.

Seek an attorney who has a practice focus in family law and adoption. You have a good case that your son's biological father has adopted him. I...