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I don't know what my options are or how to file my response. I have 20 days to respond.
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answered on Oct 15, 2024
The asker omits much information in an otherwise broad question. The asker needs an attorney for the best answer.
Texas is one of the states of this union that allows a parent to sign away their parental rights to their child. New York has no such law. Texas Family Code, Chapter 161,... View More 
Of getting my family back so I did. Now I'm totally screwed on some false allegations. Please any help would be great
answered on Sep 23, 2024
You should never plead guilty unless you really are guilty. Hire the best lawyer you can snd go back to court.
If so, can I count as independent status for FAFSA
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answered on Sep 23, 2024
Enlisting in the U.S. Army Reserves at 17 in California does not automatically emancipate you. Emancipation in California typically requires a court process or getting married, and joining the military is not enough on its own. To enlist at 17, you would also need parental consent, further showing... View More
My 16 year old wants to live with the father but my youngest don’t how will the child support work in this case
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answered on Sep 22, 2024
It is possible. Child support is based on the percentage of time each of you has the children and your respective incomes. For example, if you make very little money and he was very wealthy, he may have to pay child support even though he had both children the majority of the time. The same works... View More
The father of my child is asking us to leave the house, under his name, and is demanding short time. He moved out years ago. The lawyer has not presented me with papers or anything physical but constantly calls me, and reminds me of deadline. I told him, nothing is legitimate until I see papers.... View More
answered on Sep 22, 2024
If you have a family court case you should hire an attorney with experience in handling those matters. As you are the opposing party, and you do not have an attorney, the attorney representing the other party does have to speak directly to you, regarding the case. And they can choose to... View More
I was financially struggling and temporarily placed him with his father for his best interest and we agreed that once I was secure I would bring him home
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answered on Sep 22, 2024
If you had your agreement with your son's father, and it was in-writing, you have a good chance of getting your baby back. If the agreement was not put in a written agreement, then you may be able to use emails, texts, or other communications to build your case for re-unification with your... View More
Cal says %50 of your take home. For 3 or more kids. But, if you taken away my mean to to work. How do you think I can pay
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answered on Sep 22, 2024
It sounds like you're in a tough spot with child support and your ability to manage your financial responsibilities. California does have guidelines for child support, and for three or more children, up to 50% of your take-home pay can be allocated. However, leaving you with so little to live... View More
I don’t even know who his psychiatrist and therapist are. I just found out that he put sole custody of him when we have shared custody. Can he get in trouble for that?
Refusing to give them to her which was untrue instead she said she had the court paper saying she had parenting time and I said great can you send it to me so I can know when to pick them up. So while waiting for the police over 45 min she called a cab and left without the kids. Then she filed a... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2024
You're not at fault.
She's being ridiculous.
The problem is this: How did you document this?
When you're fighting with crazy, you sometimes need to think through how to prove things that are, well, absolutely ridiculous that you have to prove.
Bear in... View More
They asked me to do a welfare check and bring my son in. He’s an infant I sat at the table. She said, my son won’t be leaving with me. Today had papers in her hand before handing them to me she tore off the first page what she gave me was a hearing notice and what I presume is the need for... View More
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answered on Sep 20, 2024
It sounds like you're in a very difficult and stressful situation, and you need to take swift action to protect your rights and your child. First, if you believe there was misconduct during the process, such as altering documents or withholding information, you should contact an attorney who... View More
The proposed MSA: Family Code §5616: The parties acknowledge that they have been advised that: In the event that there is a contract between a party receiving support and a private child support collector, the party ordered to pay support must pay the fee charged by the private child support... View More
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answered on Sep 19, 2024
In your situation, while your ex may agree to forgive your arrears in exchange for stopping child support and spousal support garnishment, the final outcome depends on whether the court approves the agreement. A judge will review the MSA (Marital Settlement Agreement) to ensure that it complies... View More
in 2013. after 5 years of court. I relinquished my rights and we agreed on a child support order/ change, to 0$... The mother from my understanding has not seen our son in the past 3-7 years. My past court date was to transfer parental rights from our son's mother to her father. Now I received... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2024
Not sure what you mean by "released your rights". You cannot relinquish your parental rights unless your child is being adopted. Your obligation to pay child support/to financially support your child remains enforceable regardless of what agreements you may have reached with the other... View More
I filed for divorce 2 months ago. There’s a custody hearing next month (that my ex requested) but I have not received support or requested an order for it. I’m going to file for it now but wanted to know, how long will it take for me to receive any temporary support while divorce is pending ?... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2024
If you don't have a court order for support, you won't get support. Once you get your court order for support, you should obtain an "Income Withholding Order" and then serve that on the supporting parent's employer. It may take a couple months to process before support... View More
The court mediator, recommended immediate return to mom,but his lawyer said she was bias, and they file new laws everyday, they don’t serve me, and got my trial date moved to next year. How can I quickly reverse or dismiss this, based on no due process, fact finding, no service, no evidentiary... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2024
First off, get your own attorney right away if you have not done so. This is not a situation you want to try to handle on your own.
With the attorney you can discuss if a motion to advance, new trial date or emergency motion is the most appropriate action. If you have any evidence that... View More
Example: min order says pickup is at parents home, but court order states nothing about a specific pickup location
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
If you have a court order regarding child custody, the terms of that court order will take precedence over any general guidelines or "minimum orders." This means that you should follow the details laid out in your specific court order, even if the minimum guidelines suggest something... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2024
If your children have lived in NY for longer than six months then you need to file for timesharing in NY in the jurisdiction where the children live. If you were never married to the other parent and have never been to court then it would be a paternity case. Speak with a local family lawyer for... View More
I am living in FL with my 6 month year old child but have an active divorce case in GA where her father resides. When I got pregnant I was living in Texas. He and I talked about reconciling and he told me to quit my job sell my stuff & move back home to GA. 60 days I had to wait & during... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
You need to speak with an attorney about your specific situation as you have a case pending. Multiple moves may impact a custody case, so an attorney needs to hear all the facts before giving you advice.
I have half custody of my child, everything is split in half including medical decisions. Can I have my child placed in an institution for a 72 hour hold during my time with him without bio-dad having any legal rights to pull him out since it would be during my week with him?My child is Autistic,... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
Your custody / visitation order should tell you who has the rights to make these types of medical decisions, and whether or not the other parents must agree to it.
If you are not sure if your order has this information in it, contact your family law attorney for guidance. If need be, file a... View More
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answered on Sep 16, 2024
When recording a conversation with your ex-husband in a public park, the rules depend on the laws of your state or country. Some places require the consent of both parties for recording conversations, while others only need the consent of one person involved in the conversation. This is known as... View More
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