Can my new husband become a de facto parent to my daughter from a previous marriage?

The child's birth father would probably gain legal custody upon your death. However, stepfather could petition the court for visitation rights and...

Father changes visitation schedule as he pleases

If you have a visitation order you can insist he follow it. You do not need to turn child over to him on days he is not scheduled for visitation. ...

In 2012 my son was born I was present for his birth and when I tried to sign the birth certificate the nurses wouldn't let me

Sometimes, colleagues, you have to read between the lines. Asker obviously wants to be established as the bio father of his son. The unasked...

I am as stunned as my colleagues at the thought of an attorney putting in writing a demand for a reply with the threat of canceling visitation. If...

How do I prove as a parent that their is NO previous bond between my children & their grandma who has petitioned for visitation?

Ms. Routledge and Ms. Straus make excellent points as always. If this matter is important to you, as it appears to be, you should consider at...

(Update) Am I obligated to provide my W2 directly to my (soon to be) ex?

I have to disagree a bit with my colleague Mr. Morales. You are asking a number of different questions, so let's start with basics. Spouses...

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How long after my divorce is final is my former husband entitled to spousal support?

He cannot get back support, but he may file a request for order which asks for support. The court retains jurisdiction indefinitely on marriages...

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Referral for a family attorney re: child custody questions

We cannot recommend an attorney because of the Avvo guidelines. (https://www.avvo.com/support/community_guidelines) If you prefer face-to-face...

Can I terminate my ex husband's parental rights?

All DCSS needs to know about an employer for a wage attachment is their actual legal name (it may be a parent company), the EIN, and contact...

My lawyer and I disagree on correcting something in the proposed MSA, I wont sign it until resolved, Stalemate, need opinions

This is, at best, unartfully drafted, but I understand and agree with your concern. I keep re-reading this and the two terms appear to...