Can parental rights be terminated without notifying the parents?

It's possible, yes. If the petitioner attempted various means of service and was unable to have him served, it's possible that they served him by...

The emergency custody order can be entered before you are served, but a return hearing would be scheduled within 10 days following the entry of the...

Where and how can I find a pro bono guardianship lawyer in Burlington, NC?

There's no such thing as a pro bono guardianship attorney unless legal aid in your area will help. I'm unclear as to your role in the guardianship...

Will the father get joint custody with arrest record?

He's certainly going to get some type of custody. That could range from primary physical custody, 50/50 physical custody, down to supervised...

You can file a petition for emancipation, but it's ultimately up to the judge. You need to prove that you are completely able to care for yourself...

Paying support for two children but one has just graduated, will payments be reduced automatically

No - you need to file a motion to modify child support.

How can I find what attorney in my city has the best record of successfully navigating custody cases on behalf of fathers?

Reviews and referrals are your best source of information. There isn't any secret database of results. There is also no such thing as "winning"...

Child support jurisdiction

She can file for child support in Missouri. Whether it's handled in family court or regular civil court depends upon how Missouri handles child...

How can we protect a child from an abusive parent?

Your friend is a legal adult if she is 18 and can live wherever she wants.

If my husband filed for temporary custody what should I expect at the hearing? Will our son automatically be placed in his care

You need to hire an attorney. No one can predict the outcome of a custody hearing. The judge is going to consider all evidence presented and make...