Is it possible to fight child custody after your parental right ended just because you didn't show up for a hearing

You really should have retained an attorney to help you in this matter. I would suggest consulting with a family law attorney to see what your...

Been paying child support for years but I am now pretty sure that I am NOT the father. Can DNA test be compelled? Any options?

I believe an action to overcome paternity has to be filed prior to the child reaching the age of majority. An attorney would need to know much...

He can sign either. If he is the father and willing to acknowledge that fact, he can sign. Remember that this triggers the responsibility to pay...

According to the Iowa Department of Human Services: The Department of Human Services receives many inquiries each year regarding when a child...

How do I change my child's last name? How much is it?

Here is a helpful link to Iowa Legal Aid on the topic: http://www.iowalegalaid.org/resource/changing-your-name-in-iowa.

Animal shelter's volunteer has gone rogue and won't return cat to owner. Now what?

Did you find out the legal holding period for animals at CACC? Find a local animal law attorney who will do a free consultation.

Have you been charged with something? Seek an attorney asap.

Divorce decree (that fiance never read) has ridiculous demands and outrageous alimony and child support payments;

Did your fiance have an attorney? If not, he should consult with an attorney asap to see if he has post-trial options available. When did the...

Is it illegal for a custodial parent to request/demand that a bonus child support payment be made for visitation to be granted?

Sounds like you are doing what you are supposed to do. If I were you I wouldn't pay her anything outside of the court order either. She cannot...

Can my daughter and I move out of state away from her dad?

This all depends on whether or not you have a custody order in place. Keep in mind that he will probably try to get a custody and visitation order...