What do I need to do to legally be able to take care of my nephew?

Run this question by a local lawyer who is conversant with both probate and family law. He or she can help assess whether you should pursue a...

Is my daughters mom allowed to call my wifes phone if our Daughter is with her on my time?

Why not simply have your wife hand the phone to your daughter when your ex's name shows up on caller ID? I think you and your ex would want to...

While it is not commonly done, it is possible for the parties to agree that neither is "primary" - that is, neither has the right to establish the...

Do anyone recommend a good reasonable priced family lawyer, that offers free consultation?

The Bar Association in your town may have a referral service. Call them and ask.

Do not bring a child to a hearing unless there is a COMPELLING reason for the child to be there to testify as to facts relevant to the hearing. It...

Is his lawyer in trouble?

I'm not sure what you mean by "in trouble". Your ex's lawyer is an officer of the court and has a duty to the court to prepare an order that...

How can I finalize my divorce with him not here? He will be back later this year but would like to finalize things sooner.

This doesn't sound right. The Social Security number is not required for the waiver. Are you sure that the waiver was signed after the petition was...

Can I ask for a continuance on a final trial for the reason of wanting more time to show my intent to continue my sobriety?

If you cannot get the final trial continued, you should ask for a "stair-step" schedule that will step up to standard possession as you continue to...

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I agree with the previous answers. I think it is a good idea to observe some family law hearings so you can get a feel for how to answer questions...

How do I enforce my divorce decree??

Based on what you said, the decree is still enforceable. You should contact an attorney to help you regarding enforcement. If you two are...