You can't adopt a child for an emergency. You either adopt (which takes the rights away for good from the bio parent) or you don't. The...

Yes, arrearages of child support are subject to interest at 10% per annum, compounded monthly (assuming that you mean arrearages and not...

I would need more information but generally yes, it would be best to file something to codify what's been happening. At any time, because there is...

Well, yes, and no. A county court PPO is permanent for a minimum of two years. After two years the restrained party can request a modification or a...

I'm not in your state, so your best bet is to speak to local counsel. However, in my state, you waive your right to claim a child if your child...

First, it depends on how long you were married. If 10 years or more, then you can either take a share of his social security, or keep your's (not...

First, I'm not in your state, but I can't imagine the rules differ on this. Yes, your husband has to be present to sign in front of the notary,...

As my colleague said given your history it is not likely you'll get a modification, especially if the other party does not agree. But you won't...

Unfortunately, no one here can tell you if your partner would get any custody. To be honest though it would take a lot (and I mean a lot) for...

Attorneys are not allowed to market their firms in the Q&A section so you likely won't get any responses here. There are attorneys who do free...