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If my mother-in-law is trying to adopt my daughter legally what can I do?

Fran's answer | Answered on August 30, 2013

You need to hire an attorney immediately. Look on this website and hire a family law attorney. It appears that you live in the Houston area. ...

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Court date in New York state

Fran's answer | Answered on August 30, 2013

I absolutely agree with the other attorney. What happens if you do not appear? Then he wins because he will be the only one testifying. So you...

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If a spouse tries to force a partner to give them their email passwords or they will withhold rent money etc. is this extortion?

Fran's answer | Answered on August 29, 2013

File for divorce and ask for temporary orders. The judge might order the spouse to help pay rent. It appears that you live in Houston - there...

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My mother got pregnant after a divorce and remarried him. He's always been my father, and the only man I'd ever want to be.

Fran's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

I absolutely agree with the wise and brilliant Attorney Moore. If the man agrees, an adult adoption can be done. It's easy compared to a...

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Am I able to request grandparents visitation rights?

Fran's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

It appears that you live in the Houston area. There are many fine family law attorneys listed on this website. So look around and hire one. ...

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Would day care count as an extraordinary expense on top of child support if I have to go back to work due to divorce?

Fran's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

You will not receive additional child support for daycare. However, if your child needs assistance for speech delay, then your ex will have to...

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How do I increase the child support payment amount I currently receive from my ex-husband?

Fran's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

You can only modify once a year. You divorced in 2/2012 so it's been over a year. If you feel that that he makes more money than a year ago, then...

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Even though im adopted can I still sue for back child support.

Fran's answer | Answered on August 24, 2013

No. Child support was never owed to you. It belonged to your mother for your support.

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My child's mom only allows me to see our child at her parents' home. Can I file for joint legal & joint physical custody?

Fran's answer | Answered on August 24, 2013

It appears that everyone lives in Harris County Texas. So I recommend that you immediately consult with a family law attorney regarding your...

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I am a new father. Can I have full custody of my daughter?

Fran's answer | Answered on August 24, 2013

As an attorney, I have no idea what you mean by "full custody". I assume that you want the child to live with you. I don't know what a judge...

Fran Brochstein's Answers (6332)

If my mother-in-law is trying to adopt my daughter legally what can I do?

Court date in New York state

If a spouse tries to force a partner to give them their email passwords or they will withhold rent money etc. is this extortion?

My mother got pregnant after a divorce and remarried him. He's always been my father, and the only man I'd ever want to be.

Am I able to request grandparents visitation rights?

Would day care count as an extraordinary expense on top of child support if I have to go back to work due to divorce?

How do I increase the child support payment amount I currently receive from my ex-husband?

Even though im adopted can I still sue for back child support.

My child's mom only allows me to see our child at her parents' home. Can I file for joint legal & joint physical custody?

I am a new father. Can I have full custody of my daughter?