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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Can my daughters step mother make me make up time with my daughter because I got her for a Christmas dinner?

I asked my daughters father weeks ago if I could get her 3 hours early their next weekend for a Christmas dinner. He said it was no problem. When his wife was the one to pick her up, she tells me I can only get her if I will make up the time. She tells me that after she confirms I haven’t spoke... View More

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jan 6, 2019

You don't have to listen to her. But you certainly shouldn't be telling her that. Just don't listen. Ask yourself, what's it worth? If you can give up the time, then it may be worth not fighting about it. In my experience, if 2 parents can't get along or there's a... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Immigration Law and Child Support for Georgia on
Q: Looking for a lawyers help in a child support case ongoing in greene country GA

My fiance doesn't make much and he's a roofer so when it's raining he cannot work his ex wife keeps asking for money and he hasn't been working and we recently found that she changed the papers he filled out for her to return to court . The hassrasment and threats have to stop

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jan 6, 2019

If your fiancee isn't working, he has time to go sit at the Child Support Office and deal with this. Insofar as threats, if they're physical or verbal, and in particular in front of the child, he may want to consult with an attorney too.

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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: Wife gives away or sells playstation worth $700 what can i do.

My wife and i hAve been separated a year.we are In the process of divorce

I let her and her daughter borrrow my PlayStation worth $700 and she either sold it or gave away without permission. She wont get it back. What can i do i have proof of ownership

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jan 6, 2019

You should look at the cost and utility of your issue. What's the system worth now? Where are you procedurally with the pending divorce? Have you gone to mediation yet? First, don't loan her anything else obviously. Second, if you have an attorney, shoot her an email - short and to... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Personal Injury, Health Care Law and Nursing Home Abuse for Georgia on
Q: my husband was inured in a involuntary psychiatric hold, no one will tell me what happened and won't give records

he received 3 staples in his head and we were not notified and he cant remember what happened, do we have a case?

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jan 6, 2019

This is a family law forum. Your question involves a tort(s). Consult with a lawyer that specializes in that area of law.

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Would court object to Mom relinquishing all parental rights under these circumstances?

Dad & Mom have joint legal custody of son who is 14. Dad has full physical custody. Mom has limited visitation (not overnight), on a Consent Temporary Order that has been in place for about 18 months. Before the Temporary Order, Mom had primary physical custody. Mom is currently in jail for... View More

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jan 6, 2019

What's the procedural posture of this case? When's the next hearing? There are some really complex legal issues here. Good idea to address these issues now while she's yet incarcerated. An attorney will be able to give him options and a course of action.

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3 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: How do i go about trying to take the mother ti court .she was arrested for fva trying to beat her mom up with child ther
Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jan 6, 2019

Yes, consult with an attorney. You've many issues to consider, especially if you're under an ongoing child support obligation.

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3 Answers | Asked in Child Support and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: Can you sue the county or state for failure of getting child support payments from other parent?

The father of my child has been off and on with making payments for child support. He has gone AWOL for a number of years and was caught at one time because he had a warrant for his arrest. Once he was caught, they ended up basically letting him go and he was supposed to go to court which he did... View More

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 25, 2018

You may try to contact state and local aid societies or you may represent yourself. You may consider a consult with a private attorney. Many offer paid consults for reasonable prices which can give you some great advice and good direction.

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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Family Law and Domestic Violence for Georgia on
Q: my husband has broken everything that is mine, we are in the beginning stage of filing, kicks me out of the house weekl
Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 25, 2018

I'm not sure what you are asking? Are there children? Is the house his, pre-marital? At any rate, please consult with an experienced family law attorney to discuss your options.

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3 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: My child’s alleged father residents in Alabama, they gave him a standard child visitation, we reside in atlanta Georgia

Been residents since 2009, what is the process in writing

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 25, 2018

I'm not exactly sure what it is you want to accomplish. Also, has there been a settlement agreement and/or final judgment?

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2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: Can dfacs in Rome GA take my children for alligations? And, they didn't investigate first. For drug abuse and FV?

They didn't offer a drug test first before they took my kids. And for the family violence which neither me nor my husband have a background of family violence?

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 17, 2018

The State may always remove a child from the custody of any parent when, following a preliminary investigation their is some evidence of neglect or danger to the child. Whether or not parents have a background of violence may or may not be relevant to an allegation of current family violence. You... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Support for Georgia on
Q: If someone is awarded child support while other parent is incarcerated will law allow them to pay when out or go to jail

incarcerated parent is incarcerated when noncustodial parent got primary custody and awarded child support. will the other parent be in contempt before getting out or will court allow them to catch it up? both parents reside in Georgia in same county of Paulding. The child support was awarded in... View More

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 17, 2018

If the incarcerated parent has assets and some means of income while incarcerated and willfully fails to pay her child support obligation, then she may be held in contempt. Anytime a contempt action is pending, the Court must determine whether there is an enforceable order and whether the obligor... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: My wife's ex took her daughter to another state on a trip that my wife had informed the ex that she did not want the

daughter to participate. Her father took the daughter anyway out of his home state without my wife knowing. My wife has been awarded custody of the daughter who has lived with my wife since birth. What is my wife's recourse?

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 17, 2018

It depends on what the child support agreement or judgment says. If the agreement or judgment awards your wife sole legal custody of the child, then she may have grounds for a contempt action. Conversely if either document is loose in its terms, a Court will be loathe to hold a parent in contempt... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Georgia on
Q: If i file for child support will they grant visitation?

My ex has made racial and sexual comments towards our daughter. He doesn’t help financially and has now blocked me.

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 17, 2018

The Department has no jurisdiction to award the father visitation. Under these facts, he may even be found to have abandoned his child if his paternity has already been proved or he previously acknowledged paternity, ex. signed acknowledgment at birth and name on birth certificate as father.

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for Georgia on
Q: I have an open investigation with DFACS. My child's father has received paperwork for custody of my child. I didn

I haven't received paperwork. The accusations haven't been proved true. Is this legal for them to do? Can I sue for this? I feel like this is defamation of character and slandering my name. He has not legitimized my son either. I haven't received any kind of paperwork... View More

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 17, 2018

If your case is in dependency court then you likely have already been appointed legal counsel. It is best to confer with your attorney.

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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Estate Planning and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: I was married 30 years and divorced and told to take my things and leave

i bought all the equiptment to care for 22 acres and did all repairs to the house

I was given a letter to list everthing I wanted to take with me. that was because I asked to put my name on the house

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 17, 2018

What does the settlement agreement and/or final divorce decree say?

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4 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Can my husband's family file for custody even though we are still married and they reside with them?

My children have resided with there fathers grandparent for the last five years. Are they capable of gaining custody or my kids without my consent? I have documents saying I have them under me as far as medical insurance etc, they just live there until my financial situation get better help what do... View More

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Jun 15, 2018

Unless you have been convicted of a felony related to the children, then no. They may file for guardianship, but if you object it will likely not be granted. They can try. But why don't you go get your kids? I'm sure after 5 years your situation has improved. You might want to ask... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Georgia on
Q: My girl freind is 19 and want to move out but her parent wont let can she move out without here parents permission
Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on May 21, 2018

I agree with the other attorneys, and in particular that it may not be a good idea. Many young adults are choosing to remain at home with their parents to save money for college or a down payment on a home... And if she lives in her parents home, she should expect to abide by their rules.... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Not married. Father is on birth certificate. Can I legally move out of state(he has been informed in writing)?

Baby is 6mos.

Move is not for several months.

I'm not requesting child support.

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on May 21, 2018

I agree with the other attorneys. But you should really consult with an attorney beforehand. It will be well worth a consult fee to map out a sound strategy.

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Georgia on
Q: How much does it cost to petition the court for termination of a temporary guardianship order?
Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on May 21, 2018

It well depends on the circumstances under which the temporary guardianship was awarded. Consult with an attorney. It's well worth it.

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Georgia on
Q: Can a judge force you to take court appointed representation

The judge made me fill out court appointed papers I was denied she overruled it and gave me a appointed one all inside of 30 min. They took my daughter away over mist school which I had a doctor's excuse for she's making me have supervised visits supervised phone call in the last couple... View More

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on May 21, 2018

You may fire an attorney, even court appointed, at any time. But you obviously need competent representation. Consult with an attorney. Here's a free tip: before posting an important question, have someone proof read it first.

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