How do I go about signing my rights away to a child a woman is claiming is mines?

You can't just sign away your rights to the child. If she petitions for a paternity test you will end up in court. And you can't sign away rights...

I was about to file custody but my partner filed first and served me with custody court date.

You should hire an attorney and file a counter petition for custody. Not knowing any other details of your case it would be hard to tell you if...

Do I have to be in the court for divorce?

Here is not enough detail here for us to clearly tell you that you do not have to go. If you agreed and signed then going should not be a problem...

Would it help for me to appear in family court on a cps case againest my children's father

It would be best id you were to consult with an attorney and discuss your specific case. There has been domestic violence the details of which the...

Is there anything I can do to help my children's future and support their best interests and my fathers rights?

You may need to file an enforcement petition if she is violating the terms of the agreement or order. It would have to be filed in PA the kids...

Am I legally divorced?

Was this filed with the court? Was a final judgement entered? If there is a mistake and only the filing has been submitted but it has not gone to...

Can I get custody of my daughter if I prove that my ex wife is negligent?

Neglect has a much stronger meaning than not brushing a child's hair or reading them books. Those are not reasons a judge would take custody from a...

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Consent needed for wife to use husband's last name?

It may be their rule since so much time has elapsed. Did she request the option when you both married originally? If she did not that may be the...

Am I responsible to pay child support for the months that my kids will be with my parents?

You would need to get her consent in writing or a court order temporarily suspending your support obligation. Otherwise you will be on the hook for...

You can go on the family vacation, but you should notify the other parent or their attorney and CPS if they have an open case and may come to check...