Idaho Family Legal Questions

Hey Danielle, You need to hire a lawyer that can stand as a shield between (you and kids) and anyone else that comes through for the kids. The biggest challenge here is that he is your boy-friend. Whoever wants the kids can claim you just came in his life, and don't have a proper relationship to be the caretaker in his absence. If you were his wife, that would be a different story. We can certainly try to help you evaluate your options. Feel free to give us a call or text for a free consultation. Thank You. Toll-Free 1-877-866-8665 // Child Custody Lawyer in ID... Read More

If the noncustodial parent hasn't fulfilled his or her obligations to the children (child support, medical, child care, etc) by the end of a given calendar year, then the custodial parent is entitled to claim the children for that year. If, however, the noncustodial parent has paid everything owing for a given calendar year and the custodial parent still refuses to allow the noncustodial parent to claim the children as anticipated in the divorce decree, the noncustodial parent can take the custodial parent to court for an Order to Show Cause hearing. At that hearing, the Court could impose sanctions, require the custodial parent to reimbuse the noncustodial parent for the value of the deduction, or make other reparations as seem appropriate. An experienced Family Law attorney should be able to help you determine the best course of action in your unique circumstances.  ... Read More

No, unless you write him and ask him to pick up the dog or give him to you. Tell him that you will have the dog put to sleep if you don't get an answer in 30 days. He may or not believe that last statement, but hopefully it will make him make a decision. If he agrees to give you the dog, confirm it in writing (email would be sufficient).... Read More

Was there a contract signed when you took the dog or did you just pay a fee and the dog was yours? If the former, what does it say? If the latter, tell them to sue you. There may be state law about purchasing pregnant animals, but is it worth it to them to pursue you. Also, aren't rescue dogs usually neutered before they are allowed to be rescued? What happened here? This may be a case where possession really is 9/10th of the law.... Read More

Because the payment cannot be made to the child, the child needs a guardianship so the court monitors the money paid and you are under responsibility to turn it over? the to child when she reaches 18 years of age. This is done through court setting up the guardianship. You will need an attorney to help you do this. Although the insurance company attorney is sometimes pressed into doing it for the company with your cooperation.... Read More

In Arizona you can go either to the self service center at your local superior court, or you can go online (at least for the Maricopa County self service center) to this link: http://www.superiorcourt.maricopa.gov/superiorcourt/self-servicecenter/forms/powerofattorney/gn_ppoa1.asp Be sure your review the instructions and follow them closely. You may also choose to consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area to assist your daughter in preparing this power of attorney.... Read More