You can't "press charges," as that would be a criminal issue and would have to be taken up by the State. As far as filing a civil action, you...

How can my son either change guardians or become emancipated? He is 24 years old

From the information given, it appears you need to obtain advice from a Missouri attorney. You could also search the State Bar of Arizona's...

What can I do to obtain the proper custody of my daughter?

You should be able to get sole legal decision-making on the grounds of abandonment. As far as service, you can serve by publication in the town of...

How do I find a specialist for fathers, particularly with a high conflict ex partner?

I won't respond on the merits of your case, as you have provided insufficient information to do so. However, you asked about finding a lawyer with...

Jamaican citizen seeking divorce from spouse in the US

Yes, you can file in her jurisdiction. However, I encourage you to retain counsel for at least 2 reasons: 1. There is a presumption that if a...

Does my ex deserve the 50% of my pension for the period from the divorce date to the legal order " QDRO" effective date?

It appears you "agreed" to the language in the Decree, that he gets half effective 2/1/15. It is a reasonable interpretation that, beginning...

Part of the problem is that attorneys cannot guarantee an outcome, and therefore, if things don't go as planned, clients tend to blame the attorney...

How do I get my will money?

You did not provide sufficient facts for anyone to give you a good answer. Presumably you are an unemancipated minor -- which means you are under...

Is a step parent adoption of a biological child handled the same as a step parent adoption of an adopted child?

I agree with the previous answer. In addition, you should know that, under the law, it makes no difference that you are the adoptive mother. Once...

Can I seek counseling for my 8 year old without her Dad's permission?

First, i agree with the prior response. Does your joint legal decision-making order or agreement have a provision for a parenting coordinator, or...