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How do we get my son adopted by my husband in Texas when I first went to court against his biological father in MS?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

Meet with an attorney. The MS document may or may not satisfy Texas requirements. If not, the biological father will need to be served. The...

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What rights do stepchildren have on a parent who has passed away for his burial

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss and what is going on with his family. Talk to a Probate Attorney. But it is my understanding that as step children you...

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Can a person who smokes cannabis in a legal state get in trouble for testing positive when they return to an illegal state?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

That is a current problem with the law. But I would say yes it will still be held against you. There was that poor guy years ago in Collin County...

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Being primary custodial parent

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

I don't know whether you have a domicile (geographic) restriction in your order. Even if you did not, she could file a motion to modify and ask...

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We are not legally separated and have children, can I leave the state?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

If you leave the State and leave the children with him you will very much weaken your case for custody. Confer with a lawyer in person. ...

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Rights removal

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

Hire an attorney. With the biological father being willing to sign over his rights, and your husband being willing to adopt, it should be pretty...

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Child Support question - how much? Based on pay or percentage?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

Child support for three children is 30% of your income plus the cost of health insurance for the children.

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Can a mother with no job that still lives with her mother get custody of a newborn

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

Yes of course you can. Ignore his threats. Get a lawyer.

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Can i move to another state with parental consent? if so, what must i do in order to avoid any legal trouble?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

Have your aunt in California find out what documentation that she needs there to enroll you in school. An affidavit from your mom giving her the...

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If my fiance signs a birth certificate whats the out come if the other potential father files paternity?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

If another man is found to be the father, the Court can order the birth certificate to be amended.

Dorothea Elaine Laster's Answers (17270)

How do we get my son adopted by my husband in Texas when I first went to court against his biological father in MS?

What rights do stepchildren have on a parent who has passed away for his burial

Can a person who smokes cannabis in a legal state get in trouble for testing positive when they return to an illegal state?

Being primary custodial parent

We are not legally separated and have children, can I leave the state?

Rights removal

Child Support question - how much? Based on pay or percentage?

Can a mother with no job that still lives with her mother get custody of a newborn

Can i move to another state with parental consent? if so, what must i do in order to avoid any legal trouble?

If my fiance signs a birth certificate whats the out come if the other potential father files paternity?