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1 Answer | Asked in Child Support and Divorce for Georgia on
Q: I have 3 children 2 of which is not my husbands. We been married for 2 years. Am I entitled to child support

My middle Child only knows him as his father

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

You can request child support from the biological parents. Please consult with an attorney using free consultation if you need further assistance.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: My husband has the only car and we are Divorcing. I am keeping the three children. am I entitled to the car?

Do He have to help me get Another vehicle? he told me to sell my vehicle before we moved to Georgia

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

He does not have to. But think about it, would you like him too if so ask him, if he is willing than Yippee! If not, I wouldn't advice you to fight for it in court since it would just increase your litigation expense. Don't hesitate to reach out to an attorney for a free consultation.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Child Support for Virginia on
Q: Every time I bring up child support to my ex he threatens to take full custody, can he get full custody if he owes?
Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

We as attorneys need more information and background details of the case to better tell you an answer to this question. However, most likely the custody will be granted to the parent the kids reside with and the other parent will get visitation or both will share. If he owes than most-likely you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Indiana on
Q: custody agreement and Holiday break

Hello, me and my ex husband have a custody agreement made up this summer and signed by the court. It has stipulated in it that I have Christmas Day and he has Christmas Eve. He is to drop my son off Christmas Eve at 9 pm. But we never stipulated the holiday break in our agreement . I was going off... View More

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

I agree with what you are saying but it sounds like the other parent is being difficult to work with. In that case, you should consider modifying the custody agreement in court. Since Christmas is near, I guess getting a lawyer to draft a letter of mutual modification or the establishing the use of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Landlord - Tenant for New York on
Q: I moved in with my sister and my sister passed away..so i have been paying rent over 17yrs but my name is not on lease

Can the landlord kick me out even though i have proof of livinh here...the electric bill is in my name? ?

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

Even people with the lease, a landlord can evict a tenant for different reasons. But the reasons must be valid. You should consult your situation with an attorney to discuss the whole story.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for New York on
Q: Can Ex-wife file for child support when moving to PA from another state when order of support was terminated?

My ex-wife will be moving to PA this summer. We have 3 girls together ages 12, 14 & 17. Currently in the state of NY we have 50/50 split physical custody of our children with order of support terminated. Can she file for support in PA. In custody agreement we are both not allowed to leave the... View More

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

If both are not permitted to move and she still does, the court will have to ask her to either return with the kids or send the kids to you. However, you will need the help of an experienced and competent family law attorney in this matter. And yes she can still pursue support in PA as well as in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New York on
Q: NYC a order of protection was issue on 11/20/17. But I never got serve nor seen my daughter since. What’s happened

Since I was never served. Now I have to appear in court for custody battle. Base on the allegations that was made against me.

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

You should consult with a lawyer right away. You can utilize free consultations offered by many attorneys. Most likely the other parent is looking to get full custody of the child. It would be in your best interest to work with a competent and aggressive family law attorney to ensure your rights... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for New York on
Q: Child's mother considers move to another state. We've never married, or officially established custody. Can she do that?

I am listed on the birth certificate as the father.

We have an informal agreement, with the child spending every other weekend with me. I also take her on vacation trips.

I regularly pay child support, which the mother and I agreed upon.

The child is ten years old.

We live in New York.

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

Yes, she can officially do that, even if you and she have a mutual understanding of anything. As long as a court order is not in place to prevent such moves like out of state or borough or city, a parent or both parents can move with the child with or without consent. It is up to the moving parent... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New York on
Q: can a mother deny father right to see child for not giving a certain amount of money if there is no court ordered

child lives in PA and the father lives in NYC, ( father made non-court order agreement to pay a certain amount and informed mother that he cant pay that amount any more and she said she will not deny visitation right until there is a court order for not giving payments)

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

Yes a parent can deny the other parent rights, however, if the other parents get in contact with a lawyer and file for custody, the parent that was denying the rights of the other parents will experience a tough battle over custody. You should always work with the other parent to ensure the best... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Can a mother move more than 75 miles away if father does not consent and custody papers state that she can’t move more

Can a mother move more than 75 miles away if father does not consent and custody papers state that she can’t move more than 75 miles, but she has “final say”? We have joint custody (week on week off) and my stepdaughters mother wants to move more than 75 miles and take her with her, which... View More

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

If the court grants permission to move within the court order or mutual agreement entered in court than there shouldn't be a problem. But you should not move if the court specifically limits it. Please consult with an attorney using a free consultation.

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for North Carolina on
Q: Do i have to notify her locks are change because of abandonment and state some article number
Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

Please consult with a lawyer since there is not enough information regarding the subject matter.

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Oregon on
Q: I signed my daughters birth certificate & pay child support, what right do I have in Oregon. She is being kept from me

The mother of my daughter will not let me see my daughter I saw her last when she was 1, and she is now 10. She tells our daughter her husband is her father, and she will not tell her about me or let me see her. I still pay child support every month. I believe I should be able to see my daughter.... View More

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 10, 2017

If you are paying support ordered by the court, you have the right to see the child unless you are endangering her life. But I think you should consult with an attorney to get back with your daughter. The longer you wait the harder it will be for you both emotionally and financially. For now, you... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Indiana on
Q: Can I change property divisions in the petition for dissolution versus the decree? I wanted his car now I dont.

I have already filed the petition asking for his car, now I do not want it because he paid for all of it without my income

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 3, 2017

Are you working with a lawyer or representing yourself? You need to contact his attorney or himself if he does not have an attorney to discuss the situation, and I think since it just been filed, give him the chance to contest it, since he paid for the car using his money he would want to keep it.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Pennsylvania on
Q: What do I do when my husband wants a divorce

My husband of 16 years recently left me and our 2 children on October 18th 2017. He is living with his new girlfriend and has not spoken to either me nor our children since. Other than our Youngest son tried to spend the night with him on October 28th and it ended poorly. Two days ago, he contacted... View More

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 3, 2017

If you can't afford an attorney or the starting of a divorce process, it would be best to let him start the divorce process and pay all the filing fees. You can also start the divorce process and if you qualify for a fee waiver if that is available then you can use that route.

You...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Social Security for Pennsylvania on
Q: My wife and I make too much for legal aid. Are there any attorneys who work pro bono? We live pay check to paycheck.

My ex wife is abusing our son's social security benefits. He lives with me full time and it's mutually agreed upon but she is still his representative payee. She gives me $100/month out of over $700. He has spent 1 weekend at her house in the last 4 months and only 1 other day. She... View More

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 3, 2017

I highly recommend that you hire an affordable dedicated attorney that can guide you as a PRO-SE (represent yourself in court) and use the hired attorney for general guidance and minor document preparation. We can not solicit for clients here, so you would need to reach out to attorneys for a free... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for North Carolina on
Q: Separation agreement merged into my divorce decree in NC. My ex husband is in CA, how can I take action for breach?

My ex husband was supposed to be responsible for half of our debts at the time of divorce, but he disappeared and I was unable to find him until recently when I found out he is living in California. I want to take action for breaching the agreement (which became part of the divorce) but am not... View More

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 1, 2017

This would be best dealt by an attorney by an attorney. Please reach out to an attorney for a legal and free consultation.

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for California on
Q: my kids mom is trying to take my kids to Texas we both share custody of my two kids can she??

she just served me with some paper work and we're going to mediation on the 28 I don't want her to take off with my kids what can I do?

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 1, 2017

First of all, do you have a lawyer? If not I suggest you retain one very fast. Because if she and her attorney are able to convince the court that they should take the child to Texas than you won't be able to do much. Reach out to a local attorney to discuss your case and get legal options.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Texas on
Q: Can I keep the father of my son girlfriends away from my son?
Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 1, 2017

Yes, it is possible as long as you can show to the court that their presence is harmful to the child mental, physical or wellbeing. An attorney would be able to explain to you your options in details. Reach out to an attorney for free consultation.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Workers' Compensation, Health Care Law and Employment Law for Florida on
Q: What can I do if wife is pregnant and on unpaid leave last minute ?

Ignore

Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 1, 2017

This can be very frustrating and stressful to deal with during pregnancy. I would encourage you to consult with an experienced lawyer that charges a reasonable fee to work with your wife and her company. My firm has a Florida, Licensed attorney with over 30 years of experience in Business... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Mississippi on
Q: Can you file and start a contested divorce without a lawyer?
Stephanie E. Emanuel
Stephanie E. Emanuel
answered on Dec 1, 2017

Yes, you can and requesting a free consultation with an attorney can provide you with some legal guidance as assistance to representing yourself.

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