Ex transferred custody of teen to me on a "handshake deal" for a large sum of money. My lawyer says it isn't enforceable?

If you have a lawyer, that person is in the best position to offer legal advice to you.

Who keeps the engagement ring after a divorce ?

My interpretation is that an engagement ring is given in return for acceptance of the promise to marry. Once the marriage has occurred, the...

Is A written and notarized copy of a child custody agreement legally binding until my divorce is finalized?

You have a bit of a messy situation. Before you move and take the child anywhere, my question is whether your husband is in agreement. If he is,...

How does child support work in Colorado?

You are asking a number of questions. First, the mother's income has nothing to do with her fiance's income except for a very few circumstances. ...

Where do I go from here?

You also can reach out to the Colorado Supreme Court attorney registration clerk. Your attorney is required to provide current information unless...

Will a charge be filed against me for meeting my wife to sign divorce papers? Should I file a motion to stop divorce?

First, if there is no need for the protection order, you wife can request that it be dismissed. Second, for you to be prosecuted for a violation...

Both parties are required to complete and exchange Sworn Financial Statements. Those statements are intended to disclose the "truth." When it can...

Married, husband isn't the biological father of my middle daughter? He's been her life from day one.

I would need to review the document that determines your husband is the legal father of the child before being able to offer an opinion. However,...

My soon-to-be ex is living with his brother/sister in-law and wants overnights. Is he allowed if he doesn't have his own place??

The question you ask is decided on the basis of the facts that are unique to your case. If you would like a better opinion, be prepared to meet...

IIs there a way to get my child back after they have filed for termination of rights ?

If rights are not yet terminated, you have a chance. If you are indigent, you have the right to have an attorney appointed to represent you.