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I'm a US citizen. He's a Canadian citizen. We had hoped for a small ceremony in March, then pandemic. We plan to apply for my PR in Canada and live there.
answered on Jun 11, 2020
In general no, but the purpose of his visa can create challenges, because there is a legal presumption that all applicants for admission have immigrant intent. He must overcome that presumption, if challenged. If he identifies the purpose of his visit, the CBP can reasonably presume that he has... View More 
Yes, I'm currently going through a rough time in life right now, my girlfriend lives with her parents with our kids and I live with my parents. As of right now her parents try to get me in trouble anyway possible they even have the police fallow me thru town when I go to pick up.my kids. As of... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2020
Absolutely! If you signed the birth certificates, you need to go to court to get visitation established. If not, you will need to establish paternty first and, if contested, you will need dna tests. $650 for first kid, not sure about how much per kid after that.
I want solid answers, If I go live with a trusted relative who keeps quiet will they get in trouble? I wouldn't tell anyone where I'd go, I just need to know what would happen to those people. Also if I have a job and police or my parents confront me there would they be able to take me... View More
answered on Jun 2, 2020
Yes, anyone helping you can be charged with a felony for harboring a runaway.
Your parents have complete authority and control over you. As a practical matter, if the police find you and you are not suspected of a crime, you would be taken to the police station. Your parents would be... View More
Hello. I separated from my husband 6 months ago but we haven't been divorced yet. I found that I am pregnant with my new boyfriend.
Who will be mentioned as a father on birth certificate?
Do I have to put the name of my current lawful husband or I can put the name of... View More
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answered on Jun 1, 2020
You can put the name of the biological father on the birth certificate. He will have to sign a Voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity.
I get off work 8pm every day Monday through Saturday except Sunday. I would like to see them every Sunday and their mother said if I don’t see them more days during week she won’t allow any visitation. I can get fired if I miss a day. Can a judge force visitation on me on days she wants even if... View More
answered on May 29, 2020
Absolutely, a judge will never force visitation on anyone. If you do not want to see them, you might neglect them or put them in harm's way.
I'm constantly punished for having a good relationship with my dad. I don't play "the game" like my brother does, by telling what she wants to hear. My brother tells her what she wants (even if its lies) just to stop her from yelling. I'm called a liar, spy, lazy even... View More
answered on May 23, 2020
Yes, your father would have to hire a lawyer and file a petition for modification of custody. One of your parents might be eligible for free legal services.
Court ordered support has been withdrawn from paycheck in IL for child residing in OR. IL says he has overpaid around $3200. Oregon says arrears of the same amount and we cannot get anyone to speak with. Just received notice that his stimulus check was kept to put towards arrears. What is suggested... View More
answered on May 19, 2020
The answer is to go back to the court orders:
$50/wk from x to x
$25/wk from x to x
Make a list. Go to the perpetual calendar if dealing with weeks. Compare the required payments to the payments made. If arrearages are already calculated at one time, go back to that order... View More
and an ex stopped by I knew better than to let him in I have changed all my people places and things that should not of answered the door but I used methamphetamine’s for four days am I gonna lose my baby when it’s born
answered on May 16, 2020
It depends on whether u or the baby test positive when the baby is born.
The assistant States attorney tried to trick us out of the hearing, then tried to threaten us then tried to have our children's attorney talk us out of the hearing, we weren't granted access to the paperwork they had we weren't assigned attorneys still aren't and no court... View More
answered on May 13, 2020
This is the covid world now. It is not operating very effectively but everyone is learning as we go along. As for visits, dcfs pre covid only had to give you a minimum of one hr. Per week, generally. Now they are doing it on facetime, zoom, whatever, because people cannot be seeing each other in... View More
My 5 year old daughter currently resides with the man that signed her birth certificate. She is in unsafe living conditions. She constantly comes back me dirty and in dirty clothes. He has broken the signed custody agreement, on March 16th was the last time I had a visitation with my daughter.... View More
answered on May 10, 2020
I do not know Indiana law. However, i can advise to have the bio dad to run to a lawyer now. You are complicit in defrauding the government in lying to them about the father when you signed the voluntary acknowledgement of paternity. He is not.
Hi, after being separated for a long time, my wife and I would like to divorce. We have no kids, no property, no pension, very little money in the bank, and have no claims against each other. We would like to file a joint divorce application. Can the same lawyer represent both of us? Thanks.
They both have given me complete consent and I am wondering if I need to go to court for emancipation or if I may tell them I am moving out now. Which they would be fine with. I'm just wondering if it is legal or not? Would the police send me home if they found me? I have a job I make 200-400... View More
answered on May 7, 2020
Your statement that you would be willing to live on the streets is proof of your lack of maturity. If the police find you, yes, they will turn you over to your parents. Then family services is supposed to help you and your parents work things out so you can come home. So, yes, you would need an... View More
Dad took Mom to court for custody of 15yo daughter. Mom didn't fight it, Dad got custody. Dad is an emotional abuser and it's not working out. He won't just let her go back to the mom without going to court "because he doesn't want to pay child support". Is there a way... View More
answered on May 7, 2020
Parties can agree to modify parenting time without a court order. Parties cannot modify child support orders without a judge signing an order. If the goal is to modify parenting time, the parties can agree and they should put any agreement in writing.
If the child lived with mom, dad would... View More
Our child had braces about 5 years ago and now has them again but my ex doesn't feel there is enough progression (3 months) and wants them taken off and a new type put on. We have already entered in a 2 year contract with the Orthodontist and insurance has already paid their portion. This... View More
answered on May 7, 2020
It may not be abuse, but it certainly is a basis for you to seek a modification of your financial responsibility. Given the facts that you have presented here, I believe a judge would not hold you responsible for 50% Or any other amount if you file a timely motion. You might also consider filing a... View More
My husband emotionally abusuing me. I am well controlled diabetic but also has hypoglacemia history. Paramedics treated me few times. Will i loose my child custody? Though last hypoglecemia happened four yrs back in different country.
My husband is also well controlled type1 diabetic. Does... View More
answered on May 4, 2020
You have not provided enough facts to allow for a definitive answer, but there isn't anything you have said that would indicate you would not receive at least 50% of the parenting time. Your depiction of your health condition does not hurt your chances of being the residential parent. The fact... View More
We have 50/50 custody, but were never married and she has primary physical custody. We all live in the same town. He's 14 and wants to live with me. Is he free to do so, or do I need to go to court first?
answered on May 1, 2020
You have to go to court first. Your child does not have a free choice of where he lives until he becomes an adult at 18.
I am unfit mother and want to get custody or visitation can I and how would I do it
answered on Apr 27, 2020
Your situation definitely requires a lawyer. Until a case is filed, either parent can go wherever they want with the children, but he or she might have to bring them back after a case is filed. This depends on many factors - one of the biggest of which is whether or not the move was out-of-state.... View More
She has been told repeatedly to not come to my house, call, send items in the mail or contact myself or my children under any circumstances. Again she is toxic and not welcome in my life, especially around our children. My husband is 100% in agreeance. However, she continues to send items in the... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2020
You need to go to court and get a "no contact - no stalking" order. Almost any general practice or family law lawyer can help you with this.
My sister has my moms cremains and I'd would like them split. So my sister and I each have 1/2 and my parents are together. My sister says because she has had the remains at her house because my dad didnt want them at his house when she first passed away that they are hers. Legally do they... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2020
The easy answer to this is "no", your mother's ashes do not legally belong to your sister. I hope the two of you can work out this matter amicably and not have to take it to court.
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