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answered on Aug 22, 2017
This issue needs a local lawyer to assist you. Plus, reading this question, the first thing that comes to an attorney's mind is, "What did you OMIT from this question?"
The fact that she is "keeping" your son from you raises a red flag.
Have you legitimized... View More 
My boyfriend and I are thinking about getting married. He wants to adopt my child, who's 4. I'm not sure of who his biological father is. I registered him as a single mother. Only me is on the birth certificate. How soon after we get married can we start the process and what is the process for that?
answered on Aug 8, 2017
To answer your first question, you can start the adoption process now. However, please understand that 78B-6-136.5 states:
(2)(a) If the prospective adoptive parent is the spouse of the pre-existing parent, a final decree of adoption may not be entered until the child has lived in the home... View More
My husband has been unfaithful during our 5 and a half year marriage, we have one child and I am currently pregnant with number 2. His car is paid off, our 2nd car is a lease under both of our names. He has a house where he is a "co-applicant" but he is on the loan and the title of the... View More
answered on Jul 10, 2017
You should have a good strategy for your divorce case. Finding the right lawyer for that can be daunting. Most lawyers will allow you to have a free consultation to determine whether they would be a good fit for your case. Feel free to reach out to a lawyer's office to see if they offer a free... View More
I have sole custody of my 8yr daughter and a 70/30 of my 5 yr old. The schedule is about to change for his school schedule to every other weekend with his dad. His dad says he wants 50/50 now but I don't want to separate my kids. They have a strong bond and the term half siblings has never... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2017
The second factor that the judge must always consider, after a change in circumstances, is the best interests of the child/children. You have made the argument above that, though there may be a change in circumstances, it is not in the best interests of your son to live under a 50/50 parent-time... View More
i live with mom and i hate it here i feel alout better at my dads, my mom treats me bad and i dont feel wanted and i was wondering if u move out and live with my dad and she calls a run away is there anything the cops can do if it is my choice to live with my dad and not ny mom i am 17.
answered on Mar 5, 2017
You had better talk to a lawyer. We cannot answer this question in this forum, as it is too specific, cannot be generalized and should be subject to the attorney-client privilege.
I also just found out that her step dad got handsy with her, she went to her grandparents and told them, they told mom. Mom does not believe her but she did tell him to leave, she told her father but she will not let her talk to her dad without mom in same room she wants to know what she tells her... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2017
Under Utah law, until a child turns 18 or emancipates, the child must live where any court order says the child must live.
Under Utah law, everyone must report any believable allegations of child abuse or neglect (including getting "handsy") to either law enforcement or the... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2017
Absent a court order, the mother of your 18 year old boyfriend cannot stop him from moving in with you. If there may be financial or other consequences, that is a different situation.
She works full time. He works for payment under the table. So actually it looks like he doesn't work. What should she do to protdct herself and the baby?
answered on Mar 5, 2017
There are several things your daughter can do to protect herself and the baby; you will want to consult with an experienced lawyer to determine what steps to take or not take given your daughter's circumstances.
Many times unmarried fathers threaten to take custody of an unborn or... View More
I currently have close to 50/50 custody with my ex (I have physical custody) and my little brother, a convicted felon, is planning on moving in with us for a few months. None of his charges involve children, and none are violent (except he got convicted of possession of a fire arm by a felon but... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2017
Given the facts you have presented in your question, it is unlikely that your situation would result in a change in custody. However, if there are additional negative facts, a change in custody is possible. Your ex could seek some kind of restraining order prohibiting you from having your... View More
Father of child in jail no custodial rights. In jail in another state for abuse of child and attempt murder of mother. Never married
answered on Mar 5, 2017
This is a very difficult question that is very fact specific. You need to seek the advice of a lawyer to discuss the particular facts of your situation, as it may not be necessary or in you or your child's best interest for you to have your parents have "full custody" in order for... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2017
Whether or not you have to give your ex first pick to watch the kids depends on the custody and parent-time orders in your case. You need to read that order and any statutes referenced by the order to determine this issue. A quick appointment with an attorney with those documents should answer... View More
He has 4 other kids with 4 other woman. He dont have a job and he is incarcerated. He does not plan on working for the rest of his life. I always work. Will I end up paying child support? If I end up paying child support is there anyway I can have custody if the child if the Mother is living off... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2017
In Utah, a spouse is not liable for a new spouse's child support obligation. It is unlikely that you can obtain custody of a step child on the basis that the natural mother with custody of the children is living on government support. You will need to consult with a Georgia lawyer to learn... View More
We agreed to 30-3-35 in our agreement prior to relocation but that agreement was voided by the last. Does it revert to that schedule?
answered on Feb 7, 2017
I don't know why you think 30-3-35 was "voided" unless you entered into a completely new agreement upon relocation. Ordinarily, your decree still controls parent time but the schedule and transportation costs would revert back to the 30-3-35 if the relocation statute no longer... View More
For example, if a parent's winter break time ends on a Monday at 7pm (per statute), and it's the same weekend of that parent's parent time, except that the parent time weekend ends on Tuesday, can that parent combine the holiday with their weekend, thus returning the child(ren) on... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2017
I believe you can return the children in this example on Tuesday.
UCA 30-3-35 says:
(c) holidays take precedence over the weekend parent-time, and changes shall not be made to the regular rotation of the alternating weekend parent-time schedule;
(d) if a holiday falls on a... View More
Neither of us have custody she lives with me we were never married don't I have sole custody?
answered on Feb 1, 2017
No. You don't have any court orders yet. You need to get into court asap.
My kids mom is attending school and asked my wife and I for help with childcare last year and we rearranged our work schedules at a cost to us, to accommodate her classes. This year she added some classes/ days and has again asked that we help. We agreed to help but asked that she pay $5/wk for... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2017
The answer is likely yes but we would need to review the terms of your decree to be sure of what your responsibilities are here. You may want to take the issue to the judge since it sounds like your decree favors personal child care over surrogate and it seems absurd she would choose day care at... View More
Little sister lives in north Carolina with her real dad it is a bad situation from what shes told me. He does not have custody of her my mom does. so how do I fight him and win.
answered on Jan 31, 2017
There are some details that are necessary to answer your question that are missing from your question. However, your mother who has the court order granting her custody would have to pursue an action to have the child returned to Utah. I would recommend speaking to an attorney about all of the... View More
Are there any legal ramifications if I let him see his son when the court has suspended his parental rights for not completing his required parenting classes? He will make my life difficult if I say no and claim he did the classes which he hasn't. But if there will be liability or trouble with... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2016
It is a court order so if you go against it you could be found in contempt.
My son's father has never met, spoken to, or been involved with our son. Very rarely pays a small amount of child support (I have a child support case open). He participated in paternity testing, and it's proven he's the father. My son is 2 and his father has moved to 2 different... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2016
Yes there are a few things you can do. Also, if you were never married would help determine how hard or easy the process will ne.
I live in las vegas nevada but court order is in beaver utah.
answered on Oct 28, 2016
You can try and file an injunction. It will depend on what the language says in the decree as well in regards to moving and notice.
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