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If you have had challenging issues you should get this done in court. It appears you have a custody order in place, so perhaps you can modify it for... Read Answer
I would strongly suggest a petition to the court to make the change the order of the court an modifiable only by a subsequent order.
At 15 it would be very difficult to get custody of your youngest sibling. You are not at the age of consent yet. It is further complicated by the... Read Answer
If someone's financial situation has changed significantly, they can petition for a modification of the child support. Check with a family law... Read Answer
The contract does not mean ****. You need to file for custody now. Get an attorney and file for custody. If you cannot afford an attorney, call... Read Answer
Until you are a legal adult, you are under the control of your parents. Once you are 18 you can move out and pay your own bills.
Are you represented by an experienced family law attorney? If so, consult your attorney. Otherwise I suggest you consult with an experienced family... Read Answer
As long as you are complying with the divorce decree and your move won't interfere with his custody, you should be fine. If you are moving out of... Read Answer
What you should do, with your husband, is consult with an experienced termination/adoption attorney in your area to discuss the probabilities of the... Read Answer
Probably pretty good since you can prove abandonment.
If there is no objection from her bio-dad, under the circumstances described this should be by agreement. See an attorney and do it right.
If she is planning on leaving that soon, you need to consult with an attorney and file a legal action immediately to prevent her from doing so. It is... Read Answer
A grandparent who has physical custody of children and who has had them for a period of time has a right to sue for their continued care, custody and... Read Answer
You need to file a legal action to establish your rights to have time with and be involved in your son's life. You should consult an attorney.
It sounds like you should go to family court and file a petition for custody and a habeas to return the child. These are complicated issues so you... Read Answer