He can. The parents can always agree on an exchange point; if no agreement, then whatever is in the order stands.

You're not going to get very far arguing you were tricked. You now need to focus on whether there is a legal change of circumstance or proper cause for the court to reconsider custody, and what are the best interest of the child factors.

If the case is in Michigan then you would need to petition to terminate the guardianship here in Michigan or with a Michigan attorney.

Call Child Protective Services.

Good question and reasonable logic. Unfortunately, that is not the case. Child support is calculated using a formula that factors the disparity of income between the parents among other things. Even with joint custody, one parent is likely to pay the other parent some child support.

First thing is that you would need to establish his paternity. Until then, he is, as you expressed, just a stranger to the child with no legal right whatsoever, except what you've been allowing for.

Think of it this way: if I (a complete stranger on the internet) called you and asked... Read more »

You potentially have an uphill battle. You need to show a change of circumstance or proper cause. You can move to PR, but it's likely going to come at the expense of Mom gaining primary custody, and you having parenting time in summers and major school breaks.

Is there a father in the picture? If so, he will have priority over you if he is willing and able. If mom and baby are in New Jersey, than you all will need to deal with this there.

Until you are married, no.

Yes it is. Doesn't mean an argument can't be made by either party to change it based on best interest factors and what's going on now.

Child support will be determined through the divorce proceeding. Having the majority of parenting time plays a large role in determining who pays and what amount.

Take your attorney's advice. That's what you are paying him or her for. And it sounds like your lawyer is spot-on. You could potentially hamper your entire case with your proposed action.

A divorce has been filed and the court now has jurisdiction over the child. Do not do... Read more »

Can you take her to court? Yes. Will you win? Depends on what you consider winning. If she has sole legal custody (as opposed to primary physical custody), you can argue but you have a tough road ahead, especially if you're proposing a drastic change in the child's education or a reversal... Read more »

You need to find a family law attorney quickly, preferably in the county this case originates in. Or, contact the legal aid office that covers that area.

Hold on! You need the court's permission to move the child out of state. Start with that first, and parenting time will be changed accordingly.

File a motion to change parenting time with the court. Most courthouses have what is often called a legal assistance center where you can get copies of the necessary forms and basic instructions on how to fill them out. You may also be eligible for a fee waiver, which they will help you complete.

Depends in part on what you mean by paternal father's rights being "stripped"; were his rights terminated or was mother awarded sole custody? There is a difference. Either way, it will be hard to be named legal father without marrying the mother and doing a step-parent adoption.

Your sister needs to hire an experienced family law attorney. If the child does not have a passport, the husband won't be able to take the child to India. If the child has a passport, the family court can require the husband to turn the passport over to mom. Best wishes!

That really depends on the context you're asking, taxes, education, custody, etc.

Search for "SCAO MC11". I would strongly encourage you to work with an attorney if you are looking to subpoena things because there are rules and procedures for doing so that if you are unfamiliar, could lead to sanctions if not done right.