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What are my options? This is part of the divorce settlement.
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answered on Jun 27, 2023
If she has not complied with the divorce decree, you can file for contempt.
Is 30 days notice needed? I have not been served divorce papers but she has scripted a custody agreement I have not consented to. She plans to take the kids on the 1st
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answered on Jun 27, 2023
No one is automatically obligated to pay bills for a home they are leaving. If her income vastly exceeds your, it is possible that the court can order her to pay some of the expenses of the marital home. You may have to prepare to pay the bills ourself, as well as child support unless you work... View More 
I'm having an issue with my child's mom. Part of out child support agreement is that I pay 50% of non elective medical expenses. I was informed thru email 5/4 of services for our child. First service was for and ENT rendered 1/30. I was sent a bill for that service 5/4. The next 2... View More
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answered on Jun 23, 2023
You need to look at your agreement. If the order doesn't say that she has a time limit tp send the bills, then there isn't one.
I recently had a judge grant me a paternity test (at my expense) for my ex’s legitimatization case. I wasn’t given any paperwork when I was at court, and am not sure my next steps. The testing site must be one that can be used in a court. Do I need to just find a testing site, get us (my son... View More
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answered on Jun 20, 2023
That is the correct procedure for the DNA test.
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answered on Jun 20, 2023
You should probably hire an attorney. But the best thing you can do now is stop using drugs and follow the case plan. They will give you a case plan to follow to help you get her back. Best of luck.
My parents and sister and brother in law are trying to take custody away from me for my 12 year old daughter.
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answered on Jun 15, 2023
You can try Georgia Legal Services or Atlanta Legal Aid.
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answered on Jun 8, 2023
If you have minor children and the children live with you, he has to support them. If you do not have children, it is not a given that he has to support you. That depends on what each party makes and the need for support. A divorce or separation case will have to be filed in order for you to... View More
CONSENT TEMPORARY ORDER ON PLAINTIFF'S PETITION FOR LEGITIMATION AND CUSTODY OF A MINOR CHILD
Does it have to go in front of the judge? Do I file a motion for this? If so, how?
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answered on Jun 6, 2023
You will have to file a motion to try to change the order. It is unlikely to be successful unless you have a very good reason. "I changed my mind" is not a good reason.
We separated in 2010 and he owed back support from that time. My ex moved to Oregon after the divorce (from South Carolina) he worked under the table for a friend and lived with this friend until both kids were 18 (~5 years). South Carolina wouldn't do anything about collecting the money. I... View More
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answered on Jun 1, 2023
Yes, you can still collect this money.
I really need a lawyer for this legitimization case. We went to court a couple of days ago for the first time and I felt so lost and stupid in there alone. The judge wouldn't even let me speak and basically was on their side...that's how it came across to me. I wanted to run out that... View More
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answered on May 18, 2023
Call Atlanta Legal Aid. Custody cases are difficult and time intensive, and it's hard to ask a stranger to provide a valuable service for free. Legal aid is free and the sometimes will assist victims of domestic violence.
Ok, so here is the story:
My wife is a Canadian and a U.S. green card holder at the same time.
My wife lied to me by saying she was going to see her dad in Canada, and when she went over there with my two kids, she said she was never coming back to the U.S. and she was about to file... View More
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answered on May 17, 2023
You don't have many options if you don't want to separate or divorce. You can't go to her parents' house to get the children as that could be considered trespassing. If you file for divorce or separation, she likely will be forced to bring the children back. If you do... View More
I am in the process of filing a CS modification and wanted to know which will be used to calculate the child support amount.
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answered on May 16, 2023
The financial affidavit outlines your income, assets, debts and expenses. The child support worksheet is what will contain the child support amount. You will have to know what information to input and where in order for the worksheet to work the way it was intended.
His mom applied for a warrant and now there's a pre warrant hearing. I honestly didn't know. Do I need an attorney?
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answered on May 15, 2023
Yes, you need an attorney.
Protective order is over May 12. Do I have to go back to court to see kids or can I contact them and their mother right away??? I don't have another $6000 to pay lawyer for agreement so it can be thrown out by Judge again.
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answered on May 8, 2023
The answer to this depends on if you have a parenting plan in a different case. If there is a court ordered parenting plan, the parenting time should resume. Normally, parenting time continues even though there is a TPO in place, especially if the violence alleged was not toward the children. You... View More
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answered on Apr 24, 2023
You already asked this. It is unclear if the children were born during the marriage or if you added them to the birth certificate during the marriage. If they were born during the marriage, they are legally his children.
I’m married but separated, and my children have his last name, but they are not his children. Can he legally take them from me? I’m separated from him and I’m not allowing him to see the children. Is that wrong and can I get a restraining order against him for all the things that he’s done... View More
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answered on Apr 24, 2023
There isn't enough information to answer your question. I can't tell if the children were born during the marriage, or before. That matters in terms of whether he has rights. You should talk to an attorney about your options.
My ex and I (never married to each other) have 2 children, we have been to court for custody/visitation. We have joint legal custody with an every other week visitation. Do I have legal options if she never gets them for her scheduled week? This is an issue that has been going on for at least the... View More
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answered on Apr 18, 2023
The legal system can't make her be a good parent. Enjoy the extra time with your children and just document for now. If you file a modification, you may get custody, but she'll get more time awarded her on paper than she's exercising now, so the actual situation may not improve... View More
I felt pressured into leaving my there was no respect in the home
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answered on Apr 17, 2023
No one is automatically entitled to half. The court decides how the assets will be divided, and the legal standard is whatever is fair, which may or may not be half. The 8 month absence may or may not be a factor. Talk to an attorney about your options.
March 24, due to my boyfriend running from law enforcement, and leaving me w a posesion charge. He turned himself in later the same day, and admitted everything was his.My mom in law bonded me outApril 3, a little over a week and now she thinks I should voluntarily sign her temporary guardianship... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2023
Just tell her no. If she sues you for custody, get a lawyer. You probably will need to get your own place with the children.
I am legally married but have been separated for 7 months. I left due to domestic violence and his active addiction.
I have informed him I am leaving state to move . He refuses to be sober and get the needed mental health treatment. There is no case open in ga for family law and he has not... View More
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answered on Apr 14, 2023
You need to speak to an attorney asap to have a solid plan in place. If he files and serves you, you cannot move until the court allows it. So, you need to act quickly to speak to an attorney who can advise you whether such a move is advisable.
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