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Child born in NJ when we resided there moved when child was 2. Dad has never met or tried to meet child pays child support occasionally. Now in GA but never transferred CS order but would like to apply for sole custody as child has special needs and I want to get a trust set up.
answered on Jan 2, 2024
If you're the mother and the father has never legitimized, you already have sole physical and legal custody under GA law. Therefore, you wouldn't file for something you already have. If the father now wants to file for sole custody, he should file in the county where the mother lives... View More 
can you ask the judge to order the maximum sentence of 12 months in jail? how do you request anger management and family counseling for the noncustodial parent during the hearing process?
answered on Jan 2, 2024
If you have a court order for someone to pay child support, and it is not being paid in accordance with the order, then you can file a contempt action. If you don't have a court order and the other parent is not spending time with the child or providing any financial assistance, you can file... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2024
The father does not have to have an order to pay support to file for child abandonment. Prior to having a court order, there is still a duty to pay support. And no, child abandonment actions can be for either parent. If the father has the child and the mother is not spending time with the child... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
If you're trying to serve a defendant who refuses to provide their address, you may need to employ alternative methods of service as allowed by Georgia law. First, consider hiring a professional process server, as they have experience and resources to locate individuals for service of legal... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2024
It's not up to a defendant to make it easy for the plaintiff to serve them. If they won't provide a home address then you may have to use other resources to locate that address such as a background check, private investigator, skip trace, etc. You could also try and determine their... View More
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
If you were not allowed to prove your innocence in child support court in Georgia, it is crucial to review any court orders or notices you received and consult with a family law attorney. Assess the specifics of your case, and guide you on potential legal actions. If you believe there was a... View More
I want to make my wife stay at home but she is afraid because of the child support agreement. She is afraid that she will lose custody.
answered on Dec 9, 2023
If she becomes voluntarily unemployed there is no way to say how that will impact her custody or the fathers visitation. Her loss of income could cause the other party to take her back to court and ask for a change of custody. No longer having the financial capability to support the child could... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2023
If you are married you should file for divorce if you want some form of custody and/or visitation. If you’re not married you will need to legitimize. But it’s unclear how she can threaten to take custody unless you are the parent who has custody right now. And if that’s the case, then... View More
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answered on Dec 8, 2023
Dealing with a narcissistic co-parent can be difficult, but prioritizing your child's well-being is crucial. Keep detailed records of interactions, set and enforce clear boundaries, and communicate in writing to avoid direct conflict. Seek support from a therapist specializing in narcissistic... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2023
If they were ordered to pay your attorneys fees then that means you have an attorney. Speak with your attorney about sending them a letter if the deadline has passed. Your attorney can then take the necessary steps if they don't respond with collecting. But your attorney is still on this... View More
She ended it. Discovery in feb and admission in Sep. has blam me for it, convinced mutual friends that I am not mentally stable resulting in isolation, misled couples therapist etc. I have offered options to reconcile even after the admission of lying about ending relationship. Instead she is... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2023
You can obviously make any allegations you want, the same as she. Whether the court will consider those allegations cruel treatment is up to the judge. At this point since you have completed some form of discovery, I would focus on preparing for trial. And if you can't hire an attorney, the... View More
He told me to send the papers to his mother's address in TX, however, he is currently in MN with no place to stay.
answered on Nov 27, 2023
If you know that he's in MN and you have been in any contact with him, you can arrange a meeting and then have him served by private process server. If you are unable to arrange a meeting or obtain a location for service, you can attempt service by publication. There are steps you have to... View More
He told me to send the papers to his mother's address in TX, however, he is currently in MN with no place to stay.
answered on Nov 22, 2023
You may qualify for a divorce by publication if his location is truly unknown. However, with a divorce by publication the court is limited on the issues they can decide and often will be prohibited from making determinations on issues such as child support and equitable division if there is no... View More
I recently broke up with my girlfriend, who has no job and pays nothing, but lives with me in my friend's house. She then abruptly revealed that she is pregnant, a child I do not want. She agreed at first and scheduled an appointment to have an abortion, but is now changing her mind, holding... View More
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answered on Nov 19, 2023
1. In Georgia she is allowed to record without your consent.
2. You can't evict her because it's not your house. You certainly can move if you want to be away from her.
3. You can't force her to have an abortion.
4. She can have the baby and seek child... View More
answered on Nov 16, 2023
It would be wonderful if the Division of Child Support Services was efficient enough that they were able to stop every child support order when the child turned 18 and graduated from high school. But unfortunately, they do not automatically dismiss your order. Therefore, if you have a garnishment... View More
My wife and I separated after 5 years. She has a son from a previous relationship who is blind and disabled. They came to the U.S. on a visitor visa and now have permanent resident status. Her son is now 19. My wife is trying to get support through the state of Georgia, accusing me of abandonment... View More
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answered on Mar 16, 2025
Normally, you do not have a legal obligation to care for someone else's child. However, if you brought your wife and her child to the US based on your marriage, you probably signed an affidavit stating that you would support her, even after a divorce. You may want to review those documents... View More
I'm currently in Spalding County, GA, and my husband filed an uncontested divorce to obtain custody of our 4-year-old daughter, proposing no visitation and no child support. We separated a month ago, and I am 7 months pregnant, having received no support since the separation. My husband claims... View More
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answered on Mar 15, 2025
It's possible to obtain custody, support and alimony. You need to hire an attorney who regularly practices in your county to contest the case.
My son is in the process of divorcing his wife, and there is a no-contact order between them. The divorce was filed in July 2024. I am the intermediary for child pick-up and drop-off. My son has filed all required documents, including a financial affidavit, but his wife has not filed any paperwork... View More
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answered on Mar 13, 2025
No, you cannot submit a letter to the court. You son can address any concerns he has with his attorney.
I am reviewing the status of my child support case in Covington, GA, through the online portal, and it states: 'NCP passed sec ck, adv NCP he can request a copy of DNA test results from LLO provided NCP LLO email address and OFC hours.' Can someone explain what this means regarding my case?
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answered on Mar 6, 2025
The non custodial parent passed security check, they advised him he can request a copy of DNA test results from the office and they gave him the email and office hours.
Our divorce was finalized on January 29, 2025. The child support agreement was signed in October 2024. When does the agreement become legally enforceable?
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