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Unless you can show a danger to the child, you cannot control who the child is around when with the other parent (unless the other parent consents to... Read Answer
If this is still an issue (not sure if she has returned yet), you can file to enforce your court order in Iowa. Or, most states have emergency... Read Answer
Without more information, we usually estimate $5,000 - $10,000. It depends on the length of trial and the number of issues that need to be... Read Answer
While generally holding yourselves out as married and filing joint tax returns, joint bank accounts, etc. will demonstrate a common law marriage... Read Answer
We have an attorney in the office who is helping a parent who lives in California with this very issue.
His name is Rob Evans and can... Read Answer
You would have a 60 day grace period to leave the United States given the fact that the employer would have ended your job a full 2 years before the... Read Answer
You can always "interview" new attorneys. Be sure to tell the new attorney why you are unhappy with how your current attorney is handling your... Read Answer
You can always "interview" other attorneys. It is best to do this well before your trial date so they have time to prepare. Be forthright about... Read Answer
The determination about whether to change the alimony amount is based on more than just income, so it it is not guaranteed that a judge would agree... Read Answer
You should have been notified of a hearing or had an opportunity to file objections with the court. That was the time to allow you to present... Read Answer
You can chose your attorney. The court will not appoint one for you.
Donna Miller
Grefe & Sidney
515-245-4300
Each attorney will base the retainer on the amount of time he/she thinks your case will take. Probably in the range of $2,000-5,000. Some... Read Answer
You can still disestablish paternity if the mother agrees. It will have to be approved by the court, so I recommend you consult with an... Read Answer
If there was an adoption, the adoptive parent has full legal rights that cannot be taken away. Unfortunately, unless she agrees, you cannot... Read Answer
It is difficult to get sole legal and physical custody, but you have a good argument for it based on the drug use and protective order. If you... Read Answer
This is standard language for an agreement. It means that he must be paid up - for years prior as well as the January payment by the end of... Read Answer
Any modification of the decree must be approved by the court to be enforceable. Thus, if you both come to agreement, you can submit a... Read Answer
The statute of limitations for your claim is three years from the last weekly payment for your condition. That deadline is for weekly benefits... Read Answer
You can still file as long as the children are younger than 18.
You would need to talk to an attorney about all of the facts of your... Read Answer
You need to talk to an attorney immediately. You will need to file in court to get your child back. You should also call the police - if... Read Answer
If both of you agree, you should be able to get a continuance of the trial, or dismissal.
Donna Miller
Grefe & Sidney,... Read Answer
Your daughter (or you on her behalf, if she is a minor) can sue the bus company, but because it may be owned by a municipality, there may be... Read Answer
Linda,
Is the insurance company treating your claim as an Iowa claim?
It sounds like you have a lot of issues.... Read Answer
You would sue this person for breach of contract and/or conversion of your property. You also may be able to have the person arrested and... Read Answer
Breget,
If you were not divorced in California, and you have been in Iowa for more than a year, you can file for divorce in Iowa.
If... Read Answer