Not without their approval. Some cases they will recommend guardianship under a consent order, but making that move without their approval is likely only going to make the situation worse. Talk to your counsel and see if a consent order for guardianship is possible to end the case.

See answer to your other question. You aren't the first to try this, and won't be the last. It never works. You aren't going to game the system, because I promise you that they've seen it all before. You need to work with DFCS, and work your case plan, to get them out of... View More

I'll tell you what Geraldo, I'll take a hard pass and you just let me know what you find when you get into King Tut's tomb. How's that for a plan?

Your order would govern that. It can extend beyond 18 in certain circumstances, but typically no later than 20 if the child is still enrolled in school.

No one HAS to cooperate with DFCS. Depending on the circumstances, it may or may not be beneficial. If this father intends to legitimize the child, it may be a good idea to cooperate. Consult with counsel about the details of the case so that you can get some more detailed advice on the subject.

Talk to an attorney about filing a divorce to establish custody and visitation rights.

It is quite possible that could happen. The court will need to determine what is in the child's best interest. If you waited ten years to legitimize your child, a court may determine that it is in the best interest of the child not to legitimize you.

IF, and it is a big IF, you were to be granted an ex parte hearing with a judge, the judge is required to set it for a hearing as soon as possible thereafter and to provide the other party notice of that hearing. IF, another big IF, the Court grants your motion, then the Court will enter an order... View More

Technically it depends on the order. It could be filed under the grandparents custody statute, though not likely if it's been in place for a while. If it was established through the probate court, it is likely a permanent guardianship. However, either way, so long as you have a court order,... View More

If you can prove she still lives there, you could file a motion to modify based upon that. However, if this is a temporary situation, and she's headed to South Carolina, I wouldn't waste my time.

I'd suggest retaining counsel to fight it. You thinking it is unfair doesn't change the fact that it happened. If you represent yourself, you are held to the same standards attorneys are. You are not entitled to a court appointed attorney in civil cases.

Follow what the decree says. You were there, I wasn't. I cannot tell you why it was written that way. It is unusual, but the plain language of the order is clear if that is what it says.

Your decree is what controls. If that is what it says, that is what you do.

I don't agree with my colleagues. If the expense was incurred prior to her turning 18, then it is still split. All you are doing is paying on an installment plan. Anything incurred after 18 would not be reimbursable, but this sounds like it is.

You need to contact a Georgia attorney about filing to legitimize your child. If the child is born out of wedlock, you have no rights upon his birth. You have to establish them in a legitimation action. If she will consent to terms (custody, visitation, support), then this could be an... View More

Not likely that you have any recourse. That would most likely be considered a gift.

If she lives in Texas, you need to speak with a Texas attorney about the process for legitimation there.

Sounds like you probably missed a hearing. Talk to an attorney and provide more information about when child support started and where the order came from.

There isn't a form. Attorney's and pro se litigants are expected to draft their own pleadings. If you don't know how to do that, you should retain counsel that does.

Your fact pattern is confusing. By "served person" are you meaning the protected party? Is the protected party an adult? You need to sit down with counsel for a consultation and explain this situation in more detail.