If my Neice gives her minor children to a friend, does family members have any rights to them?

I agree with my colleagues. If you are concerned for the safety of these children in the environment that Mother is placing them in, someone who...

How old does a child have to be to choose where they want to live?

As my colleagues have noted, there is no set age where the child gets to choose but their wishes are given far more weight as the child approaches...

Can I prevent my daughter from having to visit her father's apartment while it is infested with Bed Bugs?

You could file for an emergency temporary order restricting his parenting time until such time that the bed bug issue is resolved. It's not a...

Sons mom won't let me see my son and keeps disappearing

I agree with the other lawyers. You definitely need to file to establish paternity, legal decision making, parenting time and child support. If...

Can a Father who has been in prison for 10+ yrs be awarded an custody to his kids when he gets out of prison?

It would be tough for him to get any appreciable parenting time after being in jail for 10 years. Add to that that he is a flight risk and he'd...

I want to know how i can get my name off a car loan so ex girlfriend can get registration in her car?

Another option would be to file a bankruptcy and disclaim any interest in the vehicle. Obviously this is a severe option that I would only...

Where online can find the Notice Of Appeal Form for a Family Law case?

I agree with the other two attorneys. Appeals are complex beasts and not all attorneys handle appellate cases. I do not! I refer them out to a...

Can they get me for arrears in child support, and if so how much?

It's not clear from your facts whether DES previously had an order for child support. If so, then it will likely not be set aside. If you both...

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How can I take away his parental rights?

I agree. It does seem like he has abandoned your daughter. While there has been some contact, a birthday text once a year isn't likely to meet...

How do I word the pleading requesting the Arizona Rules of Evidence be invoked for a contempt hearing in family court?

As long as you reference Rule 2 ARFLP, what you are proposing should work just fine. In my practice, I've seen a Rule 2 Notice of Strict...