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my biological parents are divorced and i’m wondering if i can move out without the consent of my parent i’m living with. i won’t live any of my family it’ll be somewhere else
answered on Feb 11, 2020
You will remain within your parent’s custody and control until you are 18 years of age or emancipated.
The parties have no minor children. Their last address before separation was 705 First Ave, Conyers, Ga 30012. The defendant, Patricia Ann Davis, DOB 9/5/??, approximate current age 65. Date of separation around 9/1/2015.
answered on Feb 11, 2020
There are a number of ways to locate a party. This can be done through skip tracing or using a private investigator. However, depending on the issues to be determined in the divorce, a divorce by publication may be available. A divorce by publication does not require personal service on the... View More 
answered on Feb 9, 2020
That will depend on the totality of the circumstances. The court will consider several factors in determining the best interest of the child to assign a primary physical custodian. Contested custody cases are complex matters. You should speak with a family law firm to discuss the specific facts... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2020
You need to file a petition for custody. If there is already a custody order, you would need to file a modification of custody action. If there is no present custody order and you were never married to the mother, you will need to petition for legitimation and custody to change custody to you and... View More
to update filing to joint filing.like attestation from friends, pictures, document from the state court etc proving that we are back together and able to resolve issues.
answered on Feb 6, 2020
Your question is unclear as to what type of problem you are inquiring about.
If a married couple adopts a child; promising the birth mother that she will be involved in her child’s life, and afterwards not following through or even wanting a relationship with the birth mother is that coercion? What can she do legally?
answered on Feb 6, 2020
Whether you have any grounds to overturn the adoption would depend on the specifics facts of your case. There is not enough information in your inquiry to determine that. I suggest you speak to a family law firm to determine your options.
The close family of the man buried there does not want a stone to mark his grave. My wife did not know that at the time and did not know how to contact any close relatives still living. Her mother was the one who wanted the stone marker and it was to be a gift to her.
answered on Feb 6, 2020
You would need to discuss the viability of any claim against a Colorado cemetery or grave marker retailer with an attorney licensed on Colorado.
answered on Feb 5, 2020
To commence the divorce action, you will need to file a Complaint for Divorce.
I was served papers in Wayne County jail for court and was told by wcj that glynn county would be in charge of transportation to court and back and was never picked up for court and was never shown any documents from said hearing. Was told by the father I lost all rights including phone privileges.
answered on Feb 3, 2020
Without knowing all of the circumstances of your case, we are unable to give you an accurate answer. This is a situation that you should consult with an attorney on to determine your best options for restoring your custodial rights.
is it legal to completely keep me from even speaking to them?
answered on Jan 31, 2020
Until you obtain an order of legitimation, you unfortunately have no custodial rights. Therefore, it is legal for mom to cut off all communication. You should seek legal counsel to complete the legitimation process to avoid this continuing or happening in the future.
Husband was deported and can not locate him
answered on Jan 30, 2020
Yes, you can file these documents at the same time. However, you will need to obtain an order of publication to perfect service through publication.
He has since legitimized the child but NO visitation has been established. Will a court overturn the TPO covering the child to establish visitation if he has harassed mom and done things in front of the child and never had any visitation what so ever/ the child is 7 years old.
answered on Jan 30, 2020
This is going to be a fact specific issue. If there are no violent acts against the child, the terms of the TPO may be modified to allow visitation.
Will she also have to give up guardianship of her child after he or she is born
answered on Jan 29, 2020
No, the child will not be considered an adult. Her age alone will not require her to give up guardianship of the child.
I'm in Forsyth County and this ongoing issue and the sherriffs dept not enforcing our parenting plan, has led to severe damage to our child, alienation from me, emotional, psychological and more legal and financial strain and abuse (control) due to me filing contempt. He suesxme for custody.... View More
answered on Jan 28, 2020
Whether an officer elects to file a charge for criminal interference with custody is unfortunately a case by case decision. Another option that you have is to file a warrant application for the interference, which will put that decision before a judge to determine whether there is probable cause... View More
He has never been active in childs life, and does not want to be. There was a positive paternity test from dfcs, but he never acknowledged it. How can we get his rights signed over so my partner can eventually adopt my child? Never married, no child support involved.
answered on Jan 28, 2020
You will likely need to be moving forward with the step-parent adoption process for a judge to sign off on the voluntary termination of rights. Most judges will not sign off on the voluntary termination without a substitute parent to step in. You should consult with an attorney to discuss your... View More
Me and my husband got in an argument on Friday and it got a little out of hand and the police were called and they took him to jail for child cruelty and family violence for arguing in front of our kids. He is not a bad man at all weve been under a lot of stress and hes been so worried about losing... View More
answered on Jan 28, 2020
I agree with my colleague. Once the state has picked up the case and pursued charges, you may not be able to simply dismiss your complaint against him. Your husband is going to need a criminal attorney to dispute the charges.
I want to work it out but she says no if I talk about it she blocks me as punishment saying I’m harassing her she says I’m emotionally abusive but I want to be around my son but I don’t want a divorce cause it goes against my religious beliefs it does what can I do to see my son without a... View More
answered on Jan 28, 2020
You can file a petition for separate maintenance to determine the custody and time sharing issues between you and your spouse.
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