Yes. Separation agreements are valid and recognized in NC. Issues of property division, custody, support can all be dealt with in a separation agreement without having to wait for divorce.

Contact an experienced family law attorney to assist you in drafting an agreement.

Where in NC? you can hire an attorney in NC in the locale of the case and they can file the motion to suspend or terminate support. You would need documentation that you are not the biological parent and even with that there may be issues that bar you from raising paternity as a defense if you... View More

She is still a minor under NC law, unless she has filed a petition to emancipate herself, which is difficult to prove and she would have to show she can provide for herself without assistance, has employment, and a place to live, and is not merely a recalcitrant teenager.

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Your are flirting with a problem, no pun intended. It's ok to be friends, but you should draw the line there. It's a ldr as you pointed out. I'd start looking around for someone closer geographically and age wise before progressing too far. Your young and I'm sure have many... View More

No. You would pq

Probably not. Religion is a deeply personal decision. With joint custody there should have been communication regarding the baptism however i do not think either parent could force it nor prevent it. This is similar to non essential medical care decisions (dental sealant, HPV,). the law presumes... View More

Mrs. Boone,

Your are entitled to one half of all assets and potentially spousal support and alimony. You should not give in to his threats.

Please contact an experienced family law attorney who can stand up and fight for you in your location to assist you.

yes, and as a minor he will need to have a guardian ad litem appointed as he cannot contract for himself. usually that would be you as his parent.

Jurisdiction is appropriate in the State where the children have lawfully resided for the previous 6 months. If you have not been in NC for 6 months, nc does not have jurisdiction. You cannot leave SC and file here if you had been living in SC the last 6 months.

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You cant there is no form. Hire an attorney to represent you.

NO, you will need to contact an attorney who is licensed in the state where the action is pending.

The biological father. Get a paternity test, then have the father file an action to legitimate the child.

The answer is maybe. If the house remained solely in your name it likely will be separate property. However if there were payments made during the marriage that would be marital. He can also argue for a bigger share of the marital estate to offset his separate property contribution.

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First there is a presumption that your husband is the father until you are divorced. Second, your boyfriend will have to file an action to legitimate child once born. If you are not divorced at that time you will have to notify your husband.

First, if you are receiving any form of public assistance, food stamps, wic, HUD, you cannot terminate child support, because the state is entitled to recover those funds from the father so the taxpayers are not responsible for raising your child.

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Sorry to hear you are in such a bad situation. You are doing the correct thing and are entitled to a safe and secure home, free from substance abuse and violence. Things you can do:

1) report the activity to your school counselor and resource office.

2) call the Department of... View More

So sorry to hear of your situation. You need to file for custody. I would not worry about claims of abandonment as the law recognizes the need to separate.

Consult an experienced family law attorney to review your matter and address your concerns.

So this is your third, or fourth child?? Child support is based upon your income and the mothers income. The child may receive some partial benefit based upon your SSI. But to answer your question, having more children does not reduce your obligation to financially support your children

If he is in custody he cannot have visits with his child. It is unlikely a court would do anything other than award the other parent custody.

If she is seeking to terminate his parental rights that's another issue with many factors.

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You can file a motion to have the guardian removed and seek the appointment of a neutral guardian, or you have the right to appear at any hearing and present your testimony in support of your brothers motion.