QUESTION
Is it legal for a parent to sign a legally binding contract for their teenage son?
Asked on Aug 21st, 2012 on Litigation - Florida
20 ANSWERS
Child Custody Attorney serving Malvern, AR
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Law Office of Gregory Crain
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No.
Answered on May 24th, 2013 at 2:08 AM
Steven D. Dunnings
No.
Answered on May 22nd, 2013 at 10:30 PM
James Edward Smith
Yes.
Answered on May 22nd, 2013 at 10:19 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
You mean like an acting contract? This question does not have enough detail.
Answered on Aug 27th, 2012 at 11:38 AM
Your question does not relate to criminal defense. You should consult with an attorney who practices in civil law.
Answered on Aug 27th, 2012 at 11:38 AM
Dennis P. Mikko
A person who is not 18 cannot legally enter into a contract. If the parents sign, they may have bound themselves to the contract.
Answered on Aug 27th, 2012 at 11:37 AM
In such a case, the parents would be bound by the contract not the son. Minors cannot enter into contracts.
Answered on Aug 27th, 2012 at 11:37 AM
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Steven J. Alpers, A Professional Corporation
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A minor cannot be bound by a contract. The parent is responsible.
Answered on Aug 26th, 2012 at 3:46 AM
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Law Office of William L. Spern
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The parent can bind self, not child without an order of conservator-ship.
Answered on Aug 26th, 2012 at 3:38 AM
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Law Office of Jeffrey L. Pollock
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The parent would be the contracting and bound party in that situation.
Answered on Aug 26th, 2012 at 3:36 AM
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Freeborn Law Offices P.S.
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by signing the contract, the parents may be bound, but the child generally will not be bound. You don't tell me what the contract was for. If it is for college loans, then you can be bound.
Answered on Aug 26th, 2012 at 3:33 AM
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The Law Offices of Mark L. Smith
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Yes, it is the only way for the contract to be legal.
Answered on Aug 26th, 2012 at 3:29 AM
Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
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Musilli Brennan Associates, PLLC
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Generally yes.
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2012 at 1:30 PM
Criminal Defense Attorney serving McKinleyville, CA
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Law Office M. C. Bruce
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Yes. A minor cannot contract so a parent must sign.
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2012 at 1:30 PM
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Palumbo & Associates, PC
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No that would not be legally binding
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2012 at 1:30 PM
Barbara A. Fontaine
If the parents signed a contract which would benefit the son, THEY are liable for that contract.
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2012 at 1:29 PM
Leonard A. Kaanta
Yes, because a minor cannot make a contract.
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2012 at 1:29 PM
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Law Office of Bernal P. Ojeda
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Yes, it's legal.
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2012 at 1:07 PM
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R. Jason de Groot, P.A.
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Sure, as a co-signor.
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2012 at 1:06 PM