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Family Law
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It's unlikely that a court would grant you reimbursement under those circumstances.
No. Court attorneys do not make decisions. They recommend decisions to judges.
It's impossible to answer - because the question isn't at all clear.
Yes, payment must be made for now - but if the child is residing with the other parent that other parent should file a petition in Family Court to... Read More
What do you mean he won't let you go? Does he have a court order forbidding it? Or is there an order that prevents it?
You would have to check with the court in Mississippi.
The stipulation must be obeyed - and no court would interpret it as allowing a child to be removed from school.
I'm not sure exactly what you're asking, but if it's about your child you can go to Family Court and seek custody, even if you are not married to the... Read More
Because the child was born during the marriage your husband is presumptively the father. That presumption can be overcome- but this is a complicated... Read More
Leaving them with the grandmother doesn't sound like neglect.
You can seek enforcement through the court - but it's not likely to work. Courts are not particularly good at getting people to be better parents.
See if low or no cost divorce assistance is available in your county. Alternatively, if your husband has enough money he can be required to pay for... Read More
If you made a separate property contribution you can recover the value of that contribution. However, if you contributed salary only or marital... Read More
It's possible, though somewhat unlikely - it depends upon the facts of the case.
Not without the father's signature.
If you meet the residency requirement in a state you can file there.
Sure - if you want to get laughed at.
What rights are you referring to?
Arrears never go away, so if you are entitled to them you can still collect them. What, if any, child support should be paid will depend upon the... Read More
If you don't show up for a hearing or appear by telephone your petition will be dismissed. You presumably can re-file - but you do have to appear, or... Read More
You can seek exclusive use and occupancy when you file for divorce.
File a petition in Family Court seeking to end the support payments.
You may be able to do it in the country in which you reside. To do it in New York both parents will have to agree and there may be other hurdles -... Read More
If you're looking for custody you need a petition in Family Court.