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Depending on the county a paternity action (sometimes called a motion to establish parental rights and responsibilities) costs anywhere between $6-7K. Look for an attorney who practices family law in your grandchildren's county.

Is the plaintiff representing him or her self? Was the Subpoena filed with the court? How was is served? So many unstated facts needed to judge whether it was valid. Have it reviewed by your attorney. If you do not have one, it will serve you well to get one in your county.

I am trying to figure out how she managed to be enrolled in your school district. CPS could send her back to GA. Depending on how soon she turns 18 they may figure it is not worth the bother.

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answered on Feb 14, 2024

There isn't really a charge for abandonment. If he has not paid child support yet, it is likely that CSEA has not yet started garnishing his wages. I recommend contacting CSEA for a status update on garnishment.

Yes that person can. He will have to file a motion to establish paternity as your husband is the presumptive father.

Based on your description, it sounds like you will have to take the case to trial. Hopefully you've retained counsel who will able to assist you in collecting documents that will help you tell your story and line up the witnesses who created these documents so they may be properly admitted.

Wild the first hearing is merely for initial findings, It's important to establish your theory of the case. The best way to do that is with an attorney.

In a word, yes. You're attorney can conduct discovery upon any relevant matter, within the scope of civil rule 26.

Assuming you are successfull, and a case is dismissed, that Judge may not order a drug test. HOWEVER, a judge with competent jurisdiction CAN order a drug test when a new case is filed somewhere else. It sounds like you really should hire an attorney.

Most likely not. These facts do not seem to imply that the Caseworker disclosed something about a child to other than the Court, agency counsel, or the agency. That is the only confidence that is owed within a dependency and neglect case.

CHeck with legal aid in your county and with the child protective services agency in your county.

Typically counsel is appointed to parents in these cases. Have you requested appointed counsel?.

The specific language of the parenting plan is what will control. You need to review this with your attorney. This is a general information forum. It is no substitute for the advice and guidance of a lawyer reviewing the orders and agreements in your specific case.

A dismissal and a refile on an ex parte motion will not look good, but proceeding on a factually insufficient or incorrect motion will look worse.

You would definitely not be able to attend without some written permission from at least one parent. Given the circumstances outlined above Mother may still object. Is there a reason Father cannot attend? Generally, stepparents may only attend these kinds of appointments if specific instances.

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answered on Aug 9, 2023

Placing tracking devices, such as Apple AirTags, on a person without their consent can potentially raise privacy and legal concerns, especially when it comes to minors.

You do not need his permission, unless he has filed for and received an order allocating parental writes and responsibilities to him as well.

Sadly. It sounds like the critical decisions were made 4 years ago. That is well outside the 30 day time-line for appeal. As mother you can always file for a change of legal custody of you can show a change of circumstances of either the child or the child's caregiver.

WRITE the attorney ask for the refund and an itemized accounting of all activity done on your behalf. Also ask for any and all work product created for you. Give the attorney two weeks and if you do not hear back contact the local bar association and initiate a fee dispute with them.