“My sons ex-wife refuses to answer calls, texts, etc. It's been 7mo since he was allowed to see or talk to them. What can he do?

Another option is to file a Motion to Enforce Visitation... this is a procedure that can be done without a lawyer, a recently revised statute...

Does terminating rights change the child's last name?

No, terminating parental rights will not change the child's name. Since changes in the adoption laws in 1997, with the exception of neglect or...

Would a biological father have rights over a legal father if the legal father signed birth certificate and AOP?

It sounds like for over 2 years your now ex husband has not only been the legal father, but by all appearances acted as father to the 3 year old...

Can I file charges

You need to talk with your attorney since he or she will know what is going on. Emergency orders have to be reviewed within 10 days. You would be...

Is it possible to be removed from a mortgage if the home is in foreclosure?

It is fairly common that anyone and everyone who is living in or who has lived in the home will be named in a foreclosure action, the bank probably...

Do judges automatically grant attorney fees to the petitioner on a contempt for child support?

The obligor has the burden to show what he paid, but to file alledging a deficiency, you have to verify that the facts ("x" missed payments) are...

My childrens mother has kept them from me. She is homeless and her boyfriend beats her and my children; lives in different state

As their father you have a duty to protect them, have you been accused of failing to protect them? If you show DHS that you are there and ready to...

How much in general does it cost to have an attorney help do a contempt for child support?

The court can award attorney fees in addition to the judgment for past support, but you will have to be willing to invest around $1,500 before you...

I agree with what others have said, but would add that you typically have to wait until after the baby is born to present the Decree for entry. ...

What are some defenses against a citation contempt for past due support?

It is your burden to show what you paid, but you may only be faced with Child Support Services having poor records, ask to see the affidavit of...