If I am a ward of the court, 16 years of age and want to get married will I be able to if my parents give their consent?

If you are a ward of the court, the court assumes parental control of your welfare while you are a minor. As such, you will need the permission of...

My child refues to see me what can l do?? l want to see my child

There are many questions raised by your posting which I do not believe can be successfully and fully answered in this general context. For...

Goin thru a divorce. Losing our home my ex wife just filed for bankruptcy. we have some credit card debt. How can this hurt me?

I agree with my colleagues. If the debt is in both of your names and your wife is discharged from her financial responsibility, the creditors...

Do I need to talk to my defaulted creditors?

You have no legal obligation to speak with your creditors. In fact, if you do answer the telephone, they will, in a likelihood, harass you into...

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Are you a lawyer specializing in working with fathers needing a divorce with child custody issues. I'm current on child support.

I agree, you should call the Alameda County Bar Association for a referral to an attorney in your area. As for child support, there are many...

Rules on domestic partnership

Yes.

Deficiency balance from short sale of 170,000. Settle or BK?

I would definitely recommend you save your 401K money because it is safe from the bankruptcy trustee. Bankruptcy appears to be a viable option and...

My grandmother "owns" a house but the deed is her brothers; should he use QPRT or some other device to pass on to her heirs?

I agree with my colleague. I would add that you may be able to avoid the step-up to your grandmother by naming her as a lifetime beneficiary with...

Therapist shares with a character witness that the persons psychological test was all over the place, is this a HIPPA violation

Based on your description, the therapist may have violated the child's privacy rights, but more information is needed to provide a definitive...

Should I declare BK 7 before my debts actually go to collections?

Deciding to file bankruptcy is personal to you. You must weigh the pros v. the cons. For instance, are you receiving endless collections calls...