What is my next step? How to proceed? Custody or Visitation????

If the child has lived in Alaska less than six (6) months, Arkansas may still have jurisdiction over the paternity case. You need to hire an...

There is always a possibility that you may have to pay her attorney fees. But, you need to hire an attorney to file an Answer to the papers, if...

I need to get divorced but my ex husband got deported 7 years ago. What do you recommend for me to do?

You need to hire an attorney to file for divorce based on more than 18 months of separation. You can serve him via public notice in the newspaper....

Can a child choose (or express their preference) as to which parent they want to live with?

You will need to hire an attorney to file a petition to change custody. Your child may need to testify in court as to where he wants to live. The...

Do I have grounds to request supervised visitation?

Yes, it may be sufficient grounds to get his visitation suspended or changed to supervised only because drinking and driving with the children in...

Can a bio dad change an 8 yr old and 6 yr old last name when they dont want to change it?

You do not need to do anything at this point because he has not filed a petition against you yet. He must file a petition to change the...

How do I file for child abandonment and have an adoption done at the same time??

If you married your boyfriend and were married to him for at least six (6) months before you file for the adoption, you would increase your chances...

Can i sue my father for child support

You or your mom can sue him for the arrears. If you get a judgment against him for the arrears, then you can execute it against the property he...

Can a 17 year old female in Arkansas with a GED move away from home?

She can file a petition to emancipate herself. However, she will need to persuade the court that she is able to support herself financially and...

My ex-husband has stopped all contact with our daughter and has stopped paying child-support for almost 2yrs

You may be able to file a petition to terminate his parental rights due to abandonment. But, be prepared for him to claim that you interfered with...