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Family Law Questions & Answers
Q: I'm 5 months pregnant. Can I get child support during pregnancy?
T. J. Jesky's answer
There is no question that you will have expenses associated with the pregnancy. In order to answer your question, it depends on the State. Some States permit child support during pregnancy and some do not.
The problem with obtaining a child support for an unborn child deals with establishing paternity for the unborn child. However, if the father is willing to acknowledge his paternity, then it becomes must easier. If the father is not willing to acknowledge paternity prior to...
There is no question that you will have expenses associated with the pregnancy. In order to answer your question, it depends on the State. Some States permit child support during pregnancy and some do not.
The problem with obtaining a child support for an unborn child deals with establishing paternity for the unborn child. However, if the father is willing to acknowledge his paternity, then it becomes must easier. If the father is not willing to acknowledge paternity prior to...
Q: What is considered the first weekend of the month for visitation?
Douglas Lee Bryan's answer
Typically it's defined as the first weekend of the month that contains both Friday and Sunday within the same month.
Typically it's defined as the first weekend of the month that contains both Friday and Sunday within the same month.
Q: I need to get a separation and don’t know where to start? Worried about income differences?
T. J. Jesky's answer
Generally speaking, those who choose legal separation instead of divorce is usually based on religious beliefs, a desire to keep the family together legally for the sake of children, or the need for one spouse to keep the health insurance benefits that would be lost with a divorce.
A separation is not the same as a divorce. With a separation, you’re still legally married until you obtain a judgment of divorce from a court. Generally a separation does affect the financial...
Generally speaking, those who choose legal separation instead of divorce is usually based on religious beliefs, a desire to keep the family together legally for the sake of children, or the need for one spouse to keep the health insurance benefits that would be lost with a divorce.
A separation is not the same as a divorce. With a separation, you’re still legally married until you obtain a judgment of divorce from a court. Generally a separation does affect the financial...
Q: How can I get my rights as a father the DNA test is already done. I just don't know how to get my parental rights.
Joseph Jaap's answer
Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local family law attorney to review all the facts, advise you, and file with the court. You also will probably be required to start paying child support if you file.
Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local family law attorney to review all the facts, advise you, and file with the court. You also will probably be required to start paying child support if you file.
Q: Can a lawyer help a former runaway get their identification as an adult (30+ years old) if the family will not help?
T. J. Jesky's answer
If the individual is 30 years, they can certainly hire an attorney to petition the Court for a name change. With a Court order name change, the 30 year old will be able to change their name with the Social Security System. And, in some States, with a Court Order, you can update your Birth Certificate with the Court ordered name change.
If the individual is 30 years, they can certainly hire an attorney to petition the Court for a name change. With a Court order name change, the 30 year old will be able to change their name with the Social Security System. And, in some States, with a Court Order, you can update your Birth Certificate with the Court ordered name change.
Q: How do I prepare for a 36626 appropriately.?
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Answered on Sep 23, 2018
Louis George Fazzi's answer
This is an inappropriate question for California attorneys if you are in Washington state. We cannot assist you with Washington state law.
This is an inappropriate question for California attorneys if you are in Washington state. We cannot assist you with Washington state law.
Q: My children's mother is leaving we separated in april with my kids as well as hers how can I go about getting custody
Ellaretha Coleman's answer
You should consult with an attorney as soon as possible before she leaves Georgia, while you still know her exact location for service.
You should consult with an attorney as soon as possible before she leaves Georgia, while you still know her exact location for service.
Q: If a spouse leaves the country after desertion of family leaving real estate how long do I have to wait to sell
Kathryn Hilbush's answer
if the property is in joint names you're going to need a court order to sell it.
if the property is in joint names you're going to need a court order to sell it.
Q: My grandson is 4 his mom is incarcerated she gave me a temporary guardianship paper for him his dad only had visitation
Ellaretha Coleman's answer
Without knowing more information, we can not answer this question. You should consult with an attorney to determine what the father's rights are.
Without knowing more information, we can not answer this question. You should consult with an attorney to determine what the father's rights are.
Q: I live in Florida but my son was born in Tennessee he lives with me in Florida. I sent him to Tennessee for summer and
Terrence H Thorgaard's answer
Has there not been any court action concerning custody? If not, you have six months from the time your son was last in Florida (earlier this summer, I gather) in which to file suit for custody in Florida. The father cannot file suit in Tennessee unless the child has been in Tennessee for at least six months. Both states have adopted the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, which so provides.
Has there not been any court action concerning custody? If not, you have six months from the time your son was last in Florida (earlier this summer, I gather) in which to file suit for custody in Florida. The father cannot file suit in Tennessee unless the child has been in Tennessee for at least six months. Both states have adopted the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, which so provides.
Q: My son was taken by dfcs base on hearsay and no proof of anything worng with the way I was taking care of my son.
Ellaretha Coleman's answer
You should consult with an experienced family law attorney who has experience handling dependency cases. You will be entitled to a hearing on the case worker's allegations.
You should consult with an experienced family law attorney who has experience handling dependency cases. You will be entitled to a hearing on the case worker's allegations.
Q: My friend left me with her baby. Now she has dss involved they want to take away the baby from me. Do I have rights?
Melissa Averett's answer
If CPS has filed for and been granted guardianship, then they have the almost exclusive power to place the child. The only thing you can do to fight it is hire a lawyer and appeal to the judge.
If CPS has filed for and been granted guardianship, then they have the almost exclusive power to place the child. The only thing you can do to fight it is hire a lawyer and appeal to the judge.
Q: My ex and I have been divorced for 6 years apart for 8. our custody papers state that we have 50/50 custody of all 3
Melissa Averett's answer
You need to hire a lawyer in North Carolina, preferably in the county where the current custody order is located, and file a motion to modify custody.
You need to hire a lawyer in North Carolina, preferably in the county where the current custody order is located, and file a motion to modify custody.
Q: I have primary physical and legal custody of my 12 year old. Do I have to let her father know if I'm moving out of Calif
Angelina Bradley's answer
The default answer is yes, but Check your court order. Some orders grant move-away ability to sole legal/physical custody if it’s flagged as an issue at the time of judgment.
The default answer is yes, but Check your court order. Some orders grant move-away ability to sole legal/physical custody if it’s flagged as an issue at the time of judgment.
Q: GAL board?
Gary William Boyle's answer
If you have issues with a Guardian ad Litem, you should raise them with the Court that appointed the GAL. You can do this by filing a motion with the Court.
If you have issues with a Guardian ad Litem, you should raise them with the Court that appointed the GAL. You can do this by filing a motion with the Court.
Q: 7/2017, modified support. 12/2017, ex requested custody chg. 2/2018, Temp hearing giving 13 yr old daughter choice to
Regina Irene Edwards' answer
No one could or should give you advice without reviewing your file. Offer and acceptance is a very specific issue, that cannot be summed up in an email. If you want advice about the status of the agreement, you should consult with an attorney who can review all documents and correspondence.
No one could or should give you advice without reviewing your file. Offer and acceptance is a very specific issue, that cannot be summed up in an email. If you want advice about the status of the agreement, you should consult with an attorney who can review all documents and correspondence.
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