I agree with the sentiments expressed by Mr. Hartwig. Although a recording of him telling your daughter to do things may be a "smoking gun", I am...

I Wanted to know what would be the best route to have my fiance adopt my daughter and have my ex's right removed

You may be able to have father's rights terminated based on abandonment. based on what you have said, it sounds like Bio Dad is making only token...

Before you can lose custody, someone has to bring an action against you. I agree that quitting your job isn't enough to have you lose custody, but...

You can get a protective order against any in-laws who create a substantial threat of abuse. In this case, it sounds like there was a genuine...

Can proof of adultery aide you in a custody battle?

Infidelity is unlikely to play a significant role in custody. The biggest factor in determining custody will be the status quo and thee ability of...

If i got a ticket for failure to register a vehicle am i responsible fir rhe ticket

This is one of those cases where you may be technically in violation, but I would be hardpressed to believe a jury would convict you of it,...

No. Not until he is 16. And then it may still be illegal, depending on whether you have a special relationship with the child. My advice is to...

Do I have a case for defamation of character?

There is definitely a defamation case here, but one thing you'll need to consider are damages. Has there been any damages as a result of her lies?...

Is there a Utah Code or Rule about the page length limit on an Answer to a Divorce Petition?

And you should not go overboard on your Counterclaim either. Say the bare minimum necessary to make a claim, and save feelings about the situation...

You can, and should do both. The criminal path is easier because the State will pay for the investigation and the litigation. In a civil matter,...