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My ex husband was abusive and is racist. My daughters baby is mixed. 3 weeks ago she stormed out of my house with the baby because I said her boyfriend had to leave. What can I do to protect the baby or stop my daughter from taking him to Alabama. My ex husba beat me and my kids and my grandson... View More 
answered on Dec 6, 2021
By default, your daughter, as the parent of a child born out-of-wedlock, has sole legal custody of the child and may make decisions on the child's behalf. However, if you feel the child is truly in danger and/or have evidence of the same, you can contact CPS to request an investigation, and... View More
My ex & I have joint custody with me being the sole care giver. He hasn't had our kids since the weekend of August 15th. Our son was hit by a car on August 29th & was transported to the hospital where he had 2 surgeries & was in the hospital for a week. His dad came for 2 hours the... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2021
Very sorry to hear about your son, I hope he makes a full recovery. Regarding the custody questions, if the father is not exercising the time he is entitled to under the current order, you may consider requesting a modification of the order to something that better fits the situation. Also, on... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2021
Typically yes, but that could change depending on a whole variety of factors (judge leaves, one party changes residency to another county, etc.). If you are considering a modification, you should consult with an attorney to determine your best options.
bio dad is not around hasnt been in over three years. i have two other children with my current husband.i dont think bio dad will try to stop it but i cant get ahold of him to sign his rights over im in indiana
answered on Sep 21, 2021
The court clerk for your relevant county should be able to provide you with the requisite forms. However, the adoption process can be fairly complex, and therefore it might be a good idea to sit down with an experienced attorney and/or seek representation for your case.
answered on Sep 21, 2021
If you have a court order and/or share some form of custody of the children, you are entitled to know that information. You might consider filing a motion for contempt against mother. It might also be a good idea to sit down with an experienced family law attorney to discuss your case in detail.
I have a court date to establish paternity of my daughter. It was filed by her father. He hasn't financially supported her, contacted her or seen her since she was 5 months old. She is now 3 years old. He was arrested when she was 5 months old for domestic violence against me and my 1 year old... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2021
The court will certainly consider the factors you mentioned, all of which are weighty. However, the ultimate decision is at the discretion of the judge, and it would be impossible to give hard predictions with such little information. You should seriously consider sitting down with an experienced... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2021
It is unclear what exactly you are asking, but just as a general answer, if a filing or an action was "dismissed without prejudice and stricken," that means that the court has terminated it and will take no further action on it, but the "without prejudice" part means that the... View More
They are trying to put her in nursing home without notifying my husband.
Also they are trying to take her money out back
And sell her property. They are trying to keep it hush. Can they put her in home without his consent. Again he is only child.
Because while she was in... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2021
Unfortunately your question is not clearly enough posed to give any type of substantive answer. It might be a good idea to sit down with an experience probate or family attorney, to discuss your case in detail and get the answers you are looking for.
answered on Sep 2, 2021
You may consider filing a counterclaim or challenging his paternity in court. However, your question does not provide many specifics so it is difficult to say. You might seriously consider sitting down with an experienced family law attorney to discuss your case in more detail.
How do I get him to stay away from my daughter
answered on Aug 3, 2021
You may need to consider filing a petition with the court to modify parenting time or otherwise restrict this person's access to your children. You should consider speaking with an experienced family law attorney about your case.
What are my options? Do I lose custody rights after 60 days if I wait for a test.
answered on Jul 27, 2021
You can file a petition for paternity, and ask the court to order a DNA test. You should consider speaking with an experienced family law attorney to guide you through this process.
Grandma does the supervising
answered on Jun 28, 2021
That's not the norm but it will depend on what is stated in your court order. Consult the order for that and you may also want to consider speaking with an experienced family law attorney to get clarity on this and other issues.
I have joint custody.
answered on Jun 24, 2021
A party is not required to file notice of relocation with the court if the move will result in a distance of less than 20 miles from the other parent. However, your ex-wife should still provide you with that information if you share custody of your child. You should speak with an experienced family... View More
One is 3 one will be a year in two days and has down syndrome
answered on Jun 21, 2021
If you are willing and able to take care of the children, then a guardianship may be a good option for you. You should speak with an experienced attorney to discuss details about how to undertake that.
my sons father has custody, he has been living with his grandmother and i just found out that his dad has moved back in his grandmas and he and his wife are on meth and i have messages from his wife stating the drug use, the fact they do not have jobs and that they had to move back into the... View More
answered on Jun 17, 2021
You'll want to look into legal aid or pro bono organizations in your area. Most cities/counties have at least one such organization, and if you qualify, you should be able to find competent attorneys willing to help you with your case. Hope that helps.
If she takes one vehicle, does that subtract from child support or do I pay for it still plus all of the child support?
answered on Jun 4, 2021
Unmarried couples who are trying to split property face different challenges than those going through a divorce. You should speak with an attorney who can look at your situation in more detail and lay out a path forward.
I am wanting to get full custody of my son. He was born in Kansas when I was with his mom and we all moved here a few months later. I was not married to his mom but I am on the birth certificate. Do I still need to establish paternity?
answered on Jun 2, 2021
That will largely depend on the laws of Kansas, so you may want to consider speaking with a good family law attorney there. However, in Indiana, the signing of a paternity affidavit (which would have been required in order for you to appear on the birth certificate) would be good enough to... View More
Baby's father gets 3 visits a week for 3 hours. We haven't gone to mediation to establish set days and times. Do I have to let him see her before mediation or is it only after days and times have been formally established is he allowed to see her.
answered on May 11, 2021
If you have had a preliminary hearing, or have any other court order in place outlining father's parenting time, then you must follow those terms. You should consider speaking with an experienced family law attorney before making any major decisions on your case.
Beneficiary legal rights. And someone contesting the will.
answered on May 10, 2021
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I have a support order in place in Indiana, and up to date on support payments. The court also granted parenting time, but the judge said it may be difficult to enforce because the children live Georgia with their mother. Paternity affidavits were completed and signed by both myself and their... View More
answered on May 6, 2021
If your support order is out of Indiana, then it likely contains the custody provisions as well. You can check with the court clerk to see if the case is still based in Indiana. You can bring an action in Indiana to enforce your parenting time. However, keep in mind that it may be difficult to... View More
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