Can a father who has never met his child or paid support have legal rights to custody?

It may be possible to establish rights, assuming there wasn’t an adoption. But it will be a difficult process and probably will require significant...

You can consult with a landlord-tenant attorney to determine if there is an implied tenancy that would invoke a minimum notice period. I’ll...

How can I get my bank account back to what it was after I got scammed?

Yes, you’d have to sue the individual who defrauded you. If you obtained a judgment you’d then need to take steps to collect it from the...

How does a judge decide on the parenting time?

The court will consider the factors under A.R.S. 25-403. While your argument about consistency is certainly understandable on a practical...

Who do I hire to help me with modification of a parenting plan?

Any family lawyer can help you, though you may want to narrow the search to those who offer fixed fees instead of limitless hourly billing. Best of...

How to freeze IRAs in divorce proceedings?

The preliminary injunction will prohibit disposition of any community property once served.

Can Apartment management say no for dog just because they want so ?

Your lease will control. If that dog complied with the restrictions, it should be allowed.

My divorce was final in April. I did not ask for spousal maintenance and neither had attorneys. Can I get alimony now?

Generally speaking, the answer is no unless there’s some basis to set aside the decree. You’re unfortunately just outside of the six-month window...

Can I take my child out of state without his mother's consent?

My colleague is correct. Though more information is necessary to determine the notice requirements, as a practical matter, you’ll need the other...

Who owns the house? If they divorce can I be forced out?

If you titled as individual joint tenants you presumptively share equal ownership portions. In that case, yes they’d own 2/3. It’s also possible...