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31 legal questions have been posted about family law by real users in Tennessee. Ask your question and dive into the knowledge of attorneys who handle your issue regularly. Similar topics to explore also include adoptions, child custody, and child support. All topics and other states can be accessed in the dropdowns below.
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Just sold father's home, 2 siblings will not respond to attorney to receive their share. Will not return calls or respond to mail.

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Mr. Charlie James Gillette, Jr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
Thank you for your inquiry. I am not licensed to practice law in Tennessee and thus cannot give any advice on this matter.
Thank you for your inquiry. I am not licensed to practice law in Tennessee and thus cannot give any advice on this matter.

Can I get visitation with my nephew?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Hersh Jakubowitz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
The courts have repeatedly ruled that a parent has the final power who her child visits, excluding, possibly, grandparents. You do not have the right to request visitation.
The courts have repeatedly ruled that a parent has the final power who her child visits, excluding, possibly, grandparents. You do not have the right... Read More

if i get married to a person who owes some outstanding bills can my check be garnished for the payments?

Answered 13 years and 8 months ago by Ellen S. Kingsley (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
Probably not.  Usually pre-marital bills remain that of the person who incurred the debt; however, if you title anything jointly following your marriage, it is certainly possible that those things could be taken to pay off the debt.  You should consult an attorney in your area before you enter into a permanent relationship with someone who hasn't been able to pay their bills.... Read More
Probably not.  Usually pre-marital bills remain that of the person who incurred the debt; however, if you title anything jointly following your... Read More

dcs is tryin to say we r bad parents by stating our daughter is definition dependent and neglected by lack of proper supervision. how do i go against

Answered 13 years and 9 months ago by Ellen S. Kingsley (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
You can get different attorneys and it's possible that the court may have to appoint ones for you, if you can't afford to get them on your own.  
You can get different attorneys and it's possible that the court may have to appoint ones for you, if you can't afford to get them on your own.  

Requuest to change my minor son''s name. I am divorced from his father who is last known to live in Chicago We stay in Tenn How much does it cost?

Answered 14 years ago by Ellen S. Kingsley (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
Ask 10 lawyers and you'll probably get 10 different answers.  Shop around.
Ask 10 lawyers and you'll probably get 10 different answers.  Shop around.

How can you go about establishing paternity and parental rights for a child that lives in a different state and is 15 years old?

Answered 14 years and 6 months ago by David Byron Bice (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Family
First, you will have to file in the State where she resides. If possible, you need a good attorney, skilled in family law. If not financially possible, make sure to petition for custody, visitation, child support and a finding of paternity, at which time the court will order testing. The testing currently involves a cotton swap being inserted into the person's mouth and then sent to a lab. ... Read More
First, you will have to file in the State where she resides. If possible, you need a good attorney, skilled in family law. If not financially... Read More
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