How do I go about getting my daughter's father to give up parental rights?

The bio dad's rights will not be terminated unless he agrees to give up his parental rights to allow a step-parent adoption. If he asks for a...

Temporary custody requires a court order?

A child care power of attorney usually is sufficient. The problem is that if for some issue a school or doctor refuses to accept it, you would have...

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What would be the easiest (for them and me) way to gain custody?

This is a complicated issue. You should retain an attorney to interview you about the details before any advice is given. See my AVVO Legal Guides...

I live in Washington State and have a community property agreement. I am in the process of divorce.

Your attorney is right; maybe yes, maybe no. You won't know for sure until (in the divorce) your attorney files a motion for the court to decide if...

Leaving abuser of 18 years, do I need parenting plan, we never married.

It's best to get a parenting plan. Sometimes the DV court will enter an order that gives custody. See my AVVO Legal Guides on DV, paternity, and...

How do I get a ss cars for my niece when all I have is notarized papers saying I have custody?

You will need to get a non-parental custody order. See my AVVO Legal Guides on non-parental custody for more information about the legal issues...

Any advice, thoughts, feedback, tips, hope or help?

Ms. Powell's answer is great. Once you have a place to stay, they should be able to refer you to more social services that will help you get back...

I have a judgment order against my ex. I found out that she has a bank account. I sent the documents to her bank.

You have to follow the very detailed rules for garnishment. If you do, the bank has to pay per the notice of garnishment; if they don't, they can...

I'm going thru divorce which should be final on June 12. What happens if she cancels, do I have to start all over.

If your "final court date is June 12th", but your wife only filed in February, the scheduled date must be for entry of an agreed divorce. If your...

My BROTHER was still married to his first wife when be got married to (TINA). IN CA., SHE IS IN CHARGE you OF HIS ASSETS

It sounds like you want to claim a right to your deceased brother's assets against a "wife" to your brother whose marriage to him may be invalid....