So long as your case is still pending it is never too late to correct any errors or disclosure issues and you should do so as soon as possible. You may also want to consider obtaining professional help to respond to the motion to dismiss. Correcting deficiencies and providing disclosure materials... View More

Review ARS 14-8101. For an adult adoption, termination of the birth parent's rights is not required. Nor is their consent.

If you move quickly you should be able to collect. I recommend having your court order reviewed by an attorney. It may be possible to record the order and collect at COE. If, after review, this does not appear feasible, you can proceed through the Court to obtain payment of your portion of the... View More

You should not unless the court has so ordered. There are other ways to keep a record of your payment.

Yes, he can be served in person in Arizona if he can be located. An investigator may also be able to find him in CA. If he is on parole, he will need to keep his parole officer advised of his address and any work address that he may have.

If you are representing yourself in this litigation you need to be familiar with court rules. See rule 12 (d) that states when matters outside the pleadings are presented in support of a motion to dismiss under rule 12, the Court shall treat the motion as one for summary judgment. You have some... View More

Yes, your ex has a good claim. These issues arise frequently. In most cases it is best to settle if this can be done reasonably. If not, a partition action can be filed with the superior court to order the home sold. In this event, the judge will decide what the interest of your ex is and how... View More

This is not unusual. You can remedy this situation by asking the court to enter temporary orders for parenting time and child support.

Yes, under most circumstances a father has the right to have full information concerning his children. If access and information is being denied, a father can obtain an order from the Superior Court enforcing his parental rights. Seek the advice of a family law lawyer to learn more about your... View More

Yes. At age 18 you are an adult and your parents no longer have any legal responsibility to support you.

This is a common situation and there is an easy solution. Your husband can sign a special warranty deed from him to both of you taking title as community property with right of survivorship. This will solve the problem created by the disclaimer deed and will give you more protection in the event... View More

This appears to be more of a business question than a legal question. If this client is a valued client who gives you repeat business or referrals, you will want to work out a mutually agreeable settlement with him. You have already done a good job of this by offering a free tax return. Speak... View More

If you and the decedent held title to Arizona real property under joint tenancy deed with right of survivorship, the death of the decedent usually means that the real property is yours. A death certificate should be recorded. This does not mean that you own the contents of the home. The... View More

You should not need to go through the entire probate process again in Arizona. Arizona has procedures to simplify handling estates. There are several options and it might be as simple as merely recording your Letters of Appointment and then transferring the property to the estate beneficiaries.... View More

If your dad disposes of his real property during his lifetime, or if your step-sister does using his power of attorney, any beneficiary deed for that property would be rendered moot.

You have raised many issues that need investigation. I strongly recommend that you consult with a probate attorney. Once your attorney knows all of the facts, he can advise you as to what must be done to enforce your legal rights as a surviving spouse.

Parents must be given notice and the opportunity to appear in any guardianship proceeding involving their children. If you were not given proper notice, you can contest and ask the court to dismiss. I strongly recommend that you seek the help of a qualified attorney concerning this matter.... View More

You must follow the judge's orders. You can be sanctioned if you do not. If you believe that the current court orders are not in your childrens' best interest, you can ask the court to modify them. But speak with a family law lawyer to learn your rights and best options before you take... View More

The court can assist you by waiving the filing fee so you can file your response. You will need to apply for waiver using court forms. Look at the Maricopa County Superior Court website forms and instructions.

If you are also on the deed to your sister's home, you may be able to force the sale of the home through a partition action in the Superior Court. If not, your options are few without your sister's cooperation. Sister will need to refinance or sell the home to get you off the loan.