Does a judgement on parentage need to be established before law enforcement is able to aid/enforce custody orders?

A judgment to establish legal parentage does not have to be entered in order for law enforcement to enforce custody orders, but custody orders (not...

Typically, in order to prevail on a post-judgment RFO (assuming you are, in fact, post judgment), a litigant must show a "material change in...

Will my ex wife's new husband's income be considered in child support modification if she voluntarily quit her job?

I agree with my colleagues, and furthermore, note that a child support obligor can request that the court deviate from guideline in certain...

Yes, and if you don't have orders regarding custodial parent's responsibility to "keep you in the loop," so to speak, you should consult with an...

What is the purpose of establishing legal parentage in this situation?

Family law cases are no different than other civil lawsuits, judgment must be entered for the case to come off the judge's docket. Otherwise,...

Can I call the police department to file a report if my ex isn't getting our son to school?

I agree with my colleague and encourage you to retain counsel to assist with preparation and filing of your Request for Order. As most judicial...

What's the fastest and best way to get rights to see my child ? What forms do I file ?

I agree with Attorney Campbell and also encourage you to schedule a free consultation with an attorney to discuss filing a request for custody and...

If FL 165 form has been entered, accepted and received it in the mail, does that mean the proposed custody order is in effect?

An FL-165 is a Request to Enter Default, which means that Respondent is precluded from filing a response to your petition unless she files, and...

Assuming you did not enter into a judgment wherein spousal support is non-modifiable, and assuming the inheritance is "large," it likely will have...

Yes, you can. You can request that DCSS reopens the case or hire an attorney to file the request in family court, which is typically a faster...