Can I ask that charges be filed against my child’s other parent for abandonment if they refuse to see the child & blocked them?

Abandonment takes 1 year with no child support, and no contact whatsoever including cards, gifts, and other contact. Abandonment is helpful if your...

What happens when I go to my hearing for the restraining order my girlfriend put on me? Is it like a trial?

Domestic violence restraining orders are registered with law enforcement often for 2 to 5 years. It can have a substantial effect on your rights. I...

Process for Divorce after 1 year of marriage, wife on H1b with a job ? Alimony, Goods, Rent, etc. division ?

You may be able to file a Summary Dissolution if you qualify but you'd both have to agree. A well-trained mediator may be your best bet to resolve...

Can the mother of my child hold him from me in California without any legal action?

You need to file your Petition and Request for Order right away. The internet tends to confuse people rather than clarify the process and your...

Child support arrears- Collection/ No disbursement on DCSS statement

Once DCSS has the money, it is difficult to get it back from them. Your caseworker should be able to look into it for you.

When there is no court order, who has custody of a 4 month old infant?

You should have a paternity judgment for the child anyway so you may as well file the Petition and obtain your custody and visitation orders right...

Do i need an attorney to file an uncontested divorce?

The cost and how long an uncontested divorce takes depends on how you and your (ex)spouse communicate and how complex your case is. You can find...

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Can I file a restraining order against my former spouse's boyfriend based on the testimony of my young children?

The boyfriend is endangering your son's health. The difficult question is whether to call DCFS. Once they become involved things can spiral to a...