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my daughter has lived with me her whole life and step dad for over 6 yrs he doesnt help with anything or follow custody order we all want to move as a family.she has 1 brother 2 sisters a step brother and sister that she lives with.She wants to move with us but her dad wont even plan visitaton or... View More 
answered on Jan 6, 2017
You must file a Petition for Relocation and follow the appropriate rules before you move or you could be forced to return to Pennsylvania with your daughter. You should immediately contact an attorney in your area to discuss this matter.
I'm 23 years old. We've been living together for a little over a year. We're not married. I make more money than him. He has a 4 year son from his last relationship and pays child support.
answered on Oct 2, 2014
Your marital status has nothing to do with either custody or child support. However, neither a custody or support case can begin until after the child is born. A father has an obligation to support his children and also has the right to custody time with the child (although this is usually very... View More
My mom has raised my daughter, but we have never been to court at all. She hasn't filed for custody or temporary custody or anything. I went to visit her the other day and my mother wouldn't allow me to see her. Am I able to pick her up? I don't have anything on paper stating I... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2014
Since your mother has had physical custody of your daughter for so long she now had legal "standing" regarding her custody. In other words, she is now involved and part of your custody case. You would need to file a complaint for custody naming both her and the father as a parties. You... View More
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