What kind of rights could the dad get after being out of the picture almost 2 years, and 5 year protective order from him

You could be an active part of your children's lives. You could spend time with them and help them as they go through life. Your interaction with...

How can I follow up efficiently with the court? Can I postpone the payment until I receive the rulings?

A judge may keep a matter under submission for up to 90 days. If the judge has a matter under submission for more than 90 days without good cause...

How to move out of state with my daughter who I have temporary physical and legal custody of?

You need to file a request for Order with the court and request permission to move. Be prepared to tell the court where you want to move to and...

What are the steps for my husband to adopt my son?

Your husband can apply for a step parent adoption. The process is relatively easy compared to a normal adoption. You can even change his last...

Can my wife ask for spousal support after separation when she lost her job?

She would not need to amend her Petition. All she would need to do is file a Request for Order asking for spousal support. She would inform the...

Can judgement for divorce bifurcation be retroactive to 2015 even though stipulation was filed in 2016?

You would have to ask the court to enter a Judgment "Nunc Pro Tunc" to the date you want in 2015. In order to do that you would need to file a...

You need to let the Judge know the problems with mediation. There is a strong chance that your case will be continued so you both can attend...

My husband took my kids and moved in with his Aunt and his new girlfriend ! They won't let me see my two boys! Help!?

You need to talk with a family law attorney and find out what you need to do. If you can not afford an attorney you need to go to the Family Law...

We recently bought a house together which my name was supposed to be on the title and it's not. The utilities are in my name tho

You can have your spouse add you to the title by filing a grant deed where he grants the house to the two of you as husband and wife. He would...

Can I request my children speak with the mediator if the judge ordered myself and ex to go, but the children were not?

You can ask the mediator to interview the children when you have your appointment. It will then be up to the mediator if they believe they need...