I am so sorry that this process seems to be taking longer than you want. Unfortunately that is often the case with juvenile dependency matters and...

Parental rights after a year and a half

I am so sorry to hear about all the trouble you are having with your court case. However, you couldn't be in a status conference for a year and...

What are my options for "legal rights/decision" making for a child?

There are a lot of factors that go into determining legal who the father is. This area of law is called "paternity." Factors who include: (1) who...

What can i do if i have an open dcs case in Az and i have completed services 3times going on the 4th & passed drug test?

You need an attorney who handles juvenile dependency matters, which is what this is (not "Family Law" or "Family Court"). I don't handle juvenile...

Can I accept a job in another state if I have a CPS case?

Well, I don't know. It depends what your caseworker/the judge allows you to do. For starters you need to notify your assigned caseworker...

Is there a law or rule in Family Court that states I must serve the other party with any motion I file in our custody case?

Yes. Although "served" is a legal term of art, which means effecting service of process; that is, hiring a process server to hand the other party...

How can I get my chihuahuas back from the humane society?

I am so sorry that happened to you. However, animal rescue shelters and other organizations don't tend to offer boarding, and this is exactly why:...

Can I do anything to keep him from taking our dog?

I'm going to respectfully differ from my colleagues in one important aspect: abandonment. If the friend asked you to watch the dog for a week and...

Am I legally obligated to give up an adopted animal that was abandoned by the previous owner who's asking for it a month+ later?

I agree with my colleague. Too many people don't want to take responsibility for the pets they acquire, particularly if it costs them any money. It...

I had my animals before the city ordinances went into effect

I am so sorry to hear this has happened to you. However, you really need to consult with a lawyer licensed to practice in Iowa. You also may want...