Father must have the legal authority to do so. If he is the noncustodial parent, then he should not have any documents stating that he has the...

Can a non custodial parent (father) change his daughters last name without mother being involved?

Father can file without giving advance notice. However, mother must be served and provided notice of the legal proceeding.

Concerning getting custody of my daughter in Florida

If your daughter lives in Florida, then Florida would be where you file the court action. You should consult with an attorney barred in Florida on...

How do I file for custody if mother and child live in a different state?

You have not indicated how long mother and child have been living in Arkansas. However, if they have been living there for a while, the...

I gave my aunt and uncle guardianship in 1999 it was at that time in my son best interest what are my rights,they have blocked

I advise that you consult and retain an attorney immediately. There are many factors that will need to be addressed including if the guardianship...

My daughter has just gotten divorced & her ex got custody but her son who is 16 wants to live with her.

Your grandson is 16 and so not yet an adult which means that he does not get to live where he wants. There is a Court order which gave physical...

Married 30 yrs. Extreme abuse. If I vacate home before filing divorce can I get spousal support.

I am sorry to hear that you are going through this. I advise you to consult and retain an attorney as soon as possible. As to your fear because of...

Which state has jurisdiction over post-divorce issues where one parent moves to another state

Texas has jurisdiction as the divorce was granted in Texas. However, you can transfer the case to Oklahoma since the children now reside in...

Can my kids take the property. or fight me for it?

You should obtain a certified copy of your divorce decree and file this certified decree with the county clerk that the property is located in. You...

I need serious help fast.... Husband had divorce papers drawn up behind my back and changed bank acct what do I do??

I advise that you consult with and retain an attorney. Since finance may be issue, you may also want to contact the legal aid services and see if...