We have a court hearing next week to get it extended or for him to say why it shouldn’t be granted. What kind of things can I use as evidence to help me get the extension granted? I do have photos of damage inside my home and recordings of verbal abuse.
You can present the photos and the recordings. When presenting the photos, you have to say "this is a true and accurate depiction of {whatever it is.} Same with recordings. If you are having a virtual hearing, it will be tricky. You may want to consult with an attorney.
Man and woman had a spring fling that resulted in pregnancy and a child. The man did not want the child and made that clear. The mother sued for paternity and child support, to which the father is now paying. However, he never filed for legitimacy and is not on the birth certificate. The child is... Read more »
The father can legitimate. There is no one year rule. Legitimation can be done at any age of the child. The family members can't legitimate for him.
He is verbally abusive, mentally abusive, but has only pushed me once. He has been putting holes in walls and doors for years. Last night he slammed our Christmas tree on the ground in front of our 4 year old... is this an option so that he has to leave my house? He is escalating and my daughter is... Read more »
You should apply for a TPO and take the pictures of the damage to the property. The judge may grant the order. If not, you need to speak to a landlord / tenant attorney.
My lawyers dropped me mid case so I’m going to have to represent myself. Spouse refuses half of pension after 30 years marriage and has denied me access to joint money for over a year and 3 months prior to even serving me with divorce papers.
The answer to your question would require a lot more information in order to answer. You need to consult with a family law attorney who can review your case and answer your specific question.
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No, an inheritance remains separate property, as long as it is kept separate.
Hi,
I live in and filed in Gwinnett County Georgia. My to be ex-spouse doesn't want to show up for court since they live out of state. We filed an uncontested divorce with a separation agreement. If they don't show up, would that mean they only waive their right or would it mean... Read more »
With an uncontested case, the other party doesn't have to appear in court.
Do I have to wait and be separated for a certain amount of months?
You can refile immediately.
We have agreed mutually to get a divorce, we have no kids and do not have any desire to get attorneys involved. Are we able to file our own paperwork and make our own divorce settlement arrangement. We get along and have been able to list all of our assets and debts and are in agreement on how to... Read more »
You can, but it doesn't always go well. You may miss some important issues that may hurt you later on. Uncontested divorces are not expensive. It is better to spend a little money to have it correctly done by an attorney to save yourself problems later.
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I heard nothing from them for 3 weeks now my kids come home from school telling me that defacs came to school . So icalled to find out what was going on .defacs told me I had to get my kids and go live somewhere else . What is my opinions
You need to speak with an attorney about your case. No one can give you specific advise about a DFCS case without knowing the full story and background.
Final decree
A Final Decree is required.
My son was taken from me his dad was in jail he's out now we are working caseplan with dfcs for our son I'm required to do six months of treatment or sober living his dad says they are telling him to rent a place to live so they can do the home evaluation and our son can go with him I was... Read more »
You need to speak to an attorney about your specific case. No one can tell you what will happen or what could happen without reviewing your file and talking to you about your case.
She refuses to file for her fees to be paid by my ex under Fair PLaying Grounds. Can she and what do I do?
She is not required to seek fees from the other side. Under your contract, you likely are responsible for all fees.
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No, the law just requires notification 30 days prior. The other parent can file a case to try to stop the move.
Let state n child due to domestic violence. Father has in dangered myself n child and recently been locked up and has serveral open cases n current drug addict
You will need an attorney to accomplish this. The first step is to obtain several certified copies of the original custody order.
No, they will not consider the wife's income, but can assign an income to him.
What can I do?
It's 2 hours. Let it go.
Yes, it is a felony for your boyfriend to have you live with him.
He's only obligated to pay support for his 1 child.
Yes, she can file for custody. The money will still be owed. You should immediately file a contempt action for the money that is owed.
My DFCS case has been closed after almost 2.5 years. I enlisted in the army July 9th 9 days after my 17th birthday June 30, i am trying to leave home right when i grader Dec 18th 2020 legally and without any consequences due to my army contract !!
You are are minor until age 18.
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