If I divorce my husband and he won't or can't get a job to support himself, is that a consideration in awarding custody?

That is one of many factors that a court will consider in determining custody. As for the breast-fed newborn, it is also one factor to be...

In Oregon can you contest a modification to an existing custody agreement ?

Not sure how this ended up as a "Contracts" question but yes, you can contest this modification motion by filing a response in court. You would be...

I'm not sure you can do anything. You laid out a bad situation with your family but, in the end, you also offered us something to consider: you...

Who has jurisdiction over this matter? Can my mom get in trouble if she keeps me? What can I do to legally stay with my mom?

If your mom has filed a protective order, you may be able to remain with her pending the outcome of the court case to deal with this issue. ...

If I entered into a same sex marriage in one state but live in a state that doesn't recognize it, do I still need a divorce?

If you were married in Iowa, and Iowa approves of same-sex marriage, then you are still married in the eyes of the law. OK does not recognize same...

Do I have the legal right to get my child from the other parents house if I'm not in agreement on the vacation visit?

In short, no. If the parent has a visitation time under the arrangement and the child is over there, you have no right to go to the house and take...

What can i do about my lawyer not doing his job i paid for

You may want to first examine any and all communications between the two of you. Since you retained his services, you are contractually obligated...

Does anyone know any good attorneys that are willing to work pro-bono in Sacramento CA area?

You are likely not to get contacted by an attorney from this forum due to rules that prohibit solicitation. You would do better contacting the CA...

Dismissed for want of prosecution=The court has dismissed her petition due to nothing being done on it. There is a certain amount of time that a...

I have a 9 yr old daughter whose father hasn't seen or called her in more then 2 yrs if i file for full custody will i get it

It is not guaranteed that you will get full custody. A court will take a look at a variety of factors in making its decision and parental...