I am going to give a total cop-out answer, but you really need to speak with a local family law attorney. There appears to be a lot going on in your case, and I am hesitant to give advice because I feel like I don't know the whole story.

I highly doubt that a motion to dismiss or a... View More

No person would automatically have custody of the minor child, although the director of the local DSS might become their legal guardian for a short period of time. Ultimately, any person could apply to the Clerk of Court to become the minor's general guardian, and the Clerk has the authority... View More

Just making sure I understand the question: are you asking if you can sue your brother-in-law for failing to inform you that your sister was ill and later died?

Well, you can sue anyone for anything, even if the lawsuit is frivolous and has no chance of success. But I don't see how... View More

Maybe, but these aren't easy actions to 'win' and it would be something you wouldn't be able to do yourself. To able to file, you have to be 16 (check) and have lived in the same county for 6 months (don't know). To successfully emancipate yourself, you are going to have... View More

Ignoring the specific question, why wouldn't you just change your will to specify that this person is no longer to share in your estate?

This question can only be fully answered through a consultation with a family law attorney. That said, you've got to consider (1) how to equitably divide your marital property, and you've got to consider (2) whether any spousal support should be paid.

The property that needs to... View More

As always, you will get a more accurate and complete answer if you consult with a local attorney who has the time to understand all the facts behind your particular situation. That said, I don't see grounds to get a "civil order" (which isn't really a legal term). If both... View More

I'm sorry, but I don't understand the fact pattern that you are trying to state or the specific question you are asking. This is a cop-out answer, but you will need to speak to a family law attorney in your area and give me them all the details before you get a good answer. These... View More

This is semantics, but you can't sue someone for "custody" of a dog, but instead she could bring a small claims court action seeking the return of personal property (the dog). It is easy to get into small claims court, so I don't see any standing defenses being an issue here.... View More

The best step would be to consult with a local family law attorney as they would be able to give you the best advice. That said, it appears like you need to file a child custody action in your county and either come to an agreement on custody or have it heard before a judge. I don't practice... View More

I am answering this question as it pertain to NC law, even though you appear to be from VA. Yes, it is possible to get a Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVPO) "continued," although I don't think this is what you are really trying to answer.

To get a DVPO, the plaintiff... View More

I'm afraid I can't help you very well as I don't understand the various relationships and don't think I comprehend what you are asking. That said, you are unfortunately only 16 and don't seem to have a lot of legal options at this point. Perhaps things would be different... View More

Not sure I can answer this question very well, but I'll do my best. You have the right to seek information about any jointly owned accounts from the financial institution itself. So the extent you have a joint bank account, you can go to the bank in question and get statements and... View More

I will first disclaim that I am only answering the question as it pertains to NC (not Illinois). The first thing to check is whether the girlfriend is on the deed itself. You can check this at the relevant Register of Deeds office. If her name is on the deed, she has some interest in the house.... View More

The answer to this question is somewhat tricky and not something I can fully answer without more facts. If the grandmother had a will, the house would pass according to whatever terms the will set forth for the real property. If the grandmother did not have a will, the property would pass as set... View More