Questions answered by Emily Laz

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I'd like to know if I have any legal rights to get my grandson back temporarily from CPS. They tell me that I don't .

Emily's answer | Answered on January 13, 2016

I agree with the above answers. A valid court order will control this situation. Your letter will not be enough. You need a court order placing...

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What are my rights of protection on having the scars of this case shown to my present one?

Emily's answer | Answered on January 13, 2016

I agree with the above answer. You need the help of an experienced attorney in your area. Even if all you can afford is a consultation they will be...

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If she moves forward with a babysitter against my wishes, will i be financially responsible?

Emily's answer | Answered on January 12, 2016

I agree with the above answers and just want to add that it would be best if you had made your position clear in either email or text format. Also,...

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Can I move to my mom's as 17 year old kid?

Emily's answer | Answered on January 12, 2016

You need to disclose this abuse to your school counselor or doctor. You can go to the juvenile court near you and speak to them as well. This would...

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Do my requests seem reasonable?

Emily's answer | Answered on January 12, 2016

The first step is to look at your dispute resolution process in your current parenting plan. Does it require mediation? Have you attempted...

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Can I get custody of my son

Emily's answer | Answered on January 06, 2016

I agree with the above answer and also I strongly recommend that you bring all the documents you can find related to your previous charge....

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What can I do? Can he get custody?

Emily's answer | Answered on January 04, 2016

You need to meet with a lawyer and a Domestic Violence Victim Advocate. Below is a list of local resources. Here is the website to find more...

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Do I have any legal recourse at all to get my kids back?

Emily's answer | Answered on January 04, 2016

You need to meet with a local attorney as soon as possible to determine how to proceed in your case. The longer you wait the more chances you give...

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Will I still be able to get weekends with my daughter or will the suicide attempt stop that and her get full custody?

Emily's answer | Answered on January 04, 2016

It is very likely that the court will order you to complete a mental health evaluation. I recommend you get that scheduled ASAP. Also depending on...

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Do I need to request a copy of the paternity acknowledgment from the Vital Statistics or will a birth cert be enough?

Emily's answer | Answered on January 04, 2016

I recommend you get a copy as it will save you time and money in the long run if the court wants you to establish paternity. Below is the...

Emily Laz's Answers (398)

I'd like to know if I have any legal rights to get my grandson back temporarily from CPS. They tell me that I don't .

What are my rights of protection on having the scars of this case shown to my present one?

If she moves forward with a babysitter against my wishes, will i be financially responsible?

Can I move to my mom's as 17 year old kid?

Do my requests seem reasonable?

Can I get custody of my son

What can I do? Can he get custody?

Do I have any legal recourse at all to get my kids back?

Will I still be able to get weekends with my daughter or will the suicide attempt stop that and her get full custody?

Do I need to request a copy of the paternity acknowledgment from the Vital Statistics or will a birth cert be enough?