I have custody of my god-child & his mom wants her son back 182 days out of the year for her to get her cash assistance back..

You should speak with a reputable Family Law attorney in your area who specializes in custody and visitation. If you are able to work with them and...

I verbally promised the house to my wife. Does the value of the house enter into any cash calculations of her entitlement?

If you are referring to a divorce settlement, you should know that such agreements generally must be in writing to be effective. I suggest that you...

Is it legal to be taken into custody on a domestic realations warrant (for missing 1 46.00 payment) while injured?

Your fiance should hire an attorney to help get him out on bail and resolve the situation quickly. Then you can assess where to go from there. I...

Can I adopt my stepson?

Generally, any parent that might have a right or claim to a child, even if they don't exercise that right, must be notified before their...

What do I do next?

Nothing moves quickly in the courts, and if you don't have an attorney, things can go even more slowly if your ex doesn't cooperate. I suggest you...

I recently got into an altercation with my boyfriend and he assaulted me, if i don't show up for the hearing what will happen?

In all likelihood, if you don't show up, he can still be prosecuted. Domestic violence is a serious issue these days, and while you can tell the DA...

Most courts require the parties to maintain all utilities during separation, subject to reallocation. This means that you can generally get credit...

You can petition the court to have it removed, but generally, the court doesn't like doing that unless the circumstances require. If you wish to...

There is no such penalty available to you in this circumstance. Your opportunity to contest her claims will come at the hearing for the permanent...

My son is listed as living with me, but he does not. He has outstanding warrants. Legally do i have to give police information?

You don't have to volunteer information to them if you can honestly answer that you don't know his exact location. However, you shouldn't lie to...