Questions answered by Hillary Johns

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What are my options?

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

You're right. It does sound like a mess. You really ought to speak with a lawyer and have them review your file. I'm sorry that you're going...

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Wat is the process for a restraining order and what are the costs?

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

There are a lot of facts here which you didn't include and a comprehensive answer would really require you to hire a lawyer or go to the court's...

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Can a 17 year old legally emancipate and adopt her 15 year old cousin?

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

You're not a legal adult and that would be a very difficult thing to do. Do you have a job? A way to support this person? Is there a financially...

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Is it required by law for my 17 year old daughter to have a state issued id to visit an inmate in the county jail?

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

I'm sorry. I don't understand your question. If they have rules there, abide by them.

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If a parent tries to run over another person while the kids are in the car can the other parent get custody?

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

Call a criminal defense and a family law lawyer. Don't post facts like these on Avvo.

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What are the grounds for terminating a fathers parental rights?

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

I'm licensed in California although I would really suggest that you consult with a lawyer licensed in your statee about the merits of your case. ...

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Can my ex have his mother watch my children during his visitation?

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

I'm licensed in California. If there's a mental health issue that's affecting your children's well being or safety, then yes, speak with a lawyer...

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My ex-husband has changed jobs and is now making more money. How do I get his child support to reflect the change in his income?

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

Hire a lawyer, file a motion to modify support or ask him to agree to it in a stipulated order. I'm licensed in California.

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How to get child support modification in our new home state both parties live in different states from original order

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

It reallly depends on the jurisdictional facts of your case. I would suggest hiring a lawyer in your state to give you a professional opinon. No...

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How do i change transportation for child visits when he isnt paying his child support

Hillary's answer | Answered on June 19, 2012

No. Don't take it upon yourself to modify an existing order. Do it right. Hire a lawyer and have your child support order modified.

Hillary Johns's Answers (3314)

What are my options?

Wat is the process for a restraining order and what are the costs?

Can a 17 year old legally emancipate and adopt her 15 year old cousin?

Is it required by law for my 17 year old daughter to have a state issued id to visit an inmate in the county jail?

If a parent tries to run over another person while the kids are in the car can the other parent get custody?

What are the grounds for terminating a fathers parental rights?

Can my ex have his mother watch my children during his visitation?

My ex-husband has changed jobs and is now making more money. How do I get his child support to reflect the change in his income?

How to get child support modification in our new home state both parties live in different states from original order

How do i change transportation for child visits when he isnt paying his child support