How can I get my kids back from an abuser?

No attorney can advise you without looking at the CPS records and interviewing you. See my AVVO Answers and Legal Guides on parenting plans,...

My ex wants a friend to handle our communications as an "unbaised" third party...i prefer our family wizard.com...thoughts?

Unless there is a court order about communications, you certainly can expect to have input on who the third party will be. You may ultimately need...

I got married and my new partner's ex has control of my partner's life insurance and retirement. Should he get a will?

You should consult with an experienced family law attorney, who will interview you and review the existing divorce orders before giving advice. See...

Can I stop my wife from harassing me about child support? (The support is taken from my pay so I know it's paid) What can I do?

If your wife is violating the current orders, you may be able to file a motion for contempt. If she is harassing you, you may be able to file a...

My ex wife is in an abusive relationship and I am worried for my daughter visiting at her home. Can I stop the visits?

You have to follow the current parenting plan until a court order changes it. If this is an emergency, you may be able to get a protection order...

I own my house prior to my marriage. If my wife is sued, will her creditors reach this house?

If the wife's creditors sue her and get a judgment against her individually, only her separate property can be liened. However, during the marriage...

Collect family financial data

I don't know of any way to force your spouse to provide financial information without filing a Petition for dissolution or legal separation. In...

In theory perjury could be a basis for contempt, but I've never seen that happen. The brutal reality is that the judges (and prosecutors) are so...

At hearing yesterday I was convinced into dismissal by agreement, this was for harassment

The only way for an attorney to properly advise you is to review both court orders and interview you further about the circumstances of this...

I have been charged with domestic violence 4 for accidentally hitting my daughter with a gift. Can this prohibit my visitation?

You'd better get a good attorney. This is an unusual situation (first time I've heard of assault with a gift). If the court concludes that you...