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My child's father has never met, contacted me or my child, and never sent any sort of support until I filed for benefits and he was court ordered to pay child support weekly. Does he have grounds to take me to court for custody?
answered on Apr 18, 2018
It sounds like you and the child’s father were never married. He would have standing to file a legitimation action to establish visitation and custody. Depending on how old the child is and how long he has not made any contact you may have a strong argument for custody and supervised visits, or... View More 
40-6-350 rights were taken from me.
answered on Apr 12, 2018
Generally you have 30 days from the date of conviction to file a notice of appeal. O.C.G.A. 40-6-350 deals with laws for people operating mopeds - hence you are likely in a city or state court. Depending on which you are will depend on if you have an appealable issue from a record court.... View More
I have many screen shots proving the issues, what are his changes of getting anything in court?
answered on Mar 8, 2018
Depending on the type of conduct he was doing, and the proof to back it up, he’ll likely get some form of visitation. The better the proof, the more likely he will have to have supervised visits!
Consult with an attorney ASAP!
My son is 4. My ex is assumed to be the father. He lives in PA. He’s never met my son or attempted to really be a father. He asked me to send my son to PA to stay with him for a entire summer. I said no and was trying to discuss with him my now husband adopting my son since my son believes my... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2018
Yes, he can. Your ex will likely file a legitimation action, and ask for a DNA test. Not being on the birth certificate is not proof or disproof of paternity.
I would consult with local counsel to protect your rights!
Will I be able to get child support, out child is 6 months old and attends daycare because I work
answered on Mar 8, 2018
I’m assuminf your child’s father filed a legitimation. That action will address custody, visitation, child support, and the child’s last name. I would recommend consulting with an attorney to protect your rights, and to make sure you know what you’re agreeing to!
he is the primary bread winner,we've been married almost a year, I have a 8 year old son too.I need a probono lawyer.I've been depressed and had anxiety attacks because of this situation
answered on Mar 8, 2018
You can look around for legal aid services or some firms offer reduced pricing. Best thing to do is start doing some research and call around.
As far as your case goes, get proof of his misconduct (texts, photos, emails, etc)!
Even if the judgement rendered was against Ga law
answered on Jan 13, 2018
Yes! Until it is reversed on appeal the trial court's order is in full force and effect.
Lately she hasn't been allowing me to see or speak to my daughter. I filed legitimation papers, which include visitation, custody, and child support. Will our verbal agreement be of any use and Where do I stand
answered on Jan 13, 2018
Until you have an order legitimating you as the father of the child, you have no rights to your daughter (visitation, child support, etc.). With you filing for legitimation, that is the first step in getting an established visitation schedule. The current verbal agreement is less important than... View More
I am home alone all day with a 4 month old that I breastfeed. I want to leave my husband but he says I can’t take our son. He knows my friends and family are in Florida. The only car we have is a stick shift I can’t drive. We have no assets.
answered on Jan 13, 2018
Do some research and reach out to a Legal Aid clinic. They may very well be able to help you. Also, depending on where you live there may be certain programs or facilities that can help individuals in similar situations.
answered on Jan 13, 2018
Generally, yes. Each settlement agreement or final divorce decree is different but most spell out one spouse must give their former spouse 30 days notice. Most of the agreements are silent as to the non-relocating spouse having to AGREE to the relocation. Moving in with a new boyfriend may be... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2018
No. Once a defendant receives their bond amount, and it is posted, the jail must release him or her. There may be a few things that would prevent someone from leaving even though they posted their bond (for example, they have a probation hold on them, or another county has a hold on them for other... View More
The cop never checked to see if permission was given or the 6 other cars that came to the scene. Do we have the right to get body cam video?
answered on Oct 20, 2017
Part of the discovery should be to obtain any audio or video that may be connected. Consulting a lawyer may have a little bit easier time getting these things - along with police reports, recommendations, history, etc. If your husband has proof that he was legally allowed to dumb in that area (a... View More
Inmate did not recieve credit for time served due to discrepancy in documents. How could we correct and afford the inmate credit for time served?
answered on Oct 20, 2017
Credit for time served is based on the affidavit of custody that the custodian at the jail fills out. To correct this, you would have to file a Motion to Modify a sentence. Definitely ask his previous attorney, or consult a local one. This inmate may have been on probation, and getting credit... View More
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