I have very high arrears on child support. If the other party agrees, can arrears be settled for a lessor amount?

This can be done, and often is done, but it only works if the mom was not receiving government assistance (i.e. welfare, AFDC, food stamps, etc.)

Desperately need advice. Spouse claiming potential abuse or inappropriate behavior towards children

Should you be concerned? After already having incurred $45,000 to defend yourself against accusations? I think you know the answer. Query:...

Is it theft for a parent to take their adult son's car if it is resisted under the son's name?

If you are an adult, then your parents are not liable for any accidents that you might cause (unless there is something that you have neglected to...

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Permission for visit abroad while Divorce case in court

File an RFO asking for what you want. Lay out the reasons for it, and be prepared to address the other parent's concerns. Research getting a bond...

Can I legally leave my house at the age of 15?

Please contact LACY (Legal Advocates for Children and Youth): http://www.lawfoundation.org/lacy.asp They're a local non-profit agency that is...

Attorney Never filed the Order after Hearing & has not responded to the child support modification its been over 5 months

You should familiarize yourself with the Local Rules of Court, which lay out the protocols for many things, including preparation of orders after a...

Can my 14yr old son refuse visitation with father in oregon?

A fourteen year old's opinion on the matter will be relevant to the court, but you may need to get this before the court, first. It depends. ...

What form to use / file to object to the attorney that was assigned to my 8 year old son

There is no form, per se, for this. I believe that if you write a letter to the attorney that has been appointed, reminding them of the fact...

Do both parties need to attend status conference for an uncontested divorce?

A Marital Settlement Agreement is not sufficient. You need to append that to an actual Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage. To get a Judgment...

Vacation

It is usually interpreted to mean "once per calendar year."