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Need to know what are our options
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Answered on August 07, 2014
Your problem is something called the Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA). It is complicated to explain and simply explaining it won't help you...
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Should I fight for alimony?
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Answered on August 07, 2014
The specific (and confidential) facts and details of your situation along with a cost/benefit analysis will ultimately determine whether you should...
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I have temp sole and legal custody of my daughter, my husband has court ordered visitation. He told the judge the days and
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Answered on August 07, 2014
If he repeatedly returns the child late, then yes, you can bring this to the attention of the court and the court will help both parents work out a...
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My Spouse just informed me that she is coming to NEW YORK on vacation in 10 days time so we can get Divorce we have wanted
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Answered on August 05, 2014
Yes, it is certainly possible to have all the paperwork competed and submitted to the court while your spouse is here on vacation. The final...
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I am a single mom of a 16 month old. We have a paternity hearing and we are wondering what will happen.
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Answered on August 04, 2014
The father will probably get regular visitation. 50/50 doesn't work very well for most people, but to ensure the best outcome, get a local...
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My wife and I are both US citizens. We got married in the Dominican republic. I haven't seen her in 5yrs I want a divorce.
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Answered on August 04, 2014
Once you figure out where she is (an attorney can help you with this), then she simply needs to be served with court papers. She does not need to...
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Grandparent Rights? Can't a parent choose who is fit for their child to be around?
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Answered on August 04, 2014
To protect yourself, you may want to consult with a local attorney to get a basic understanding of what can and can't happen, and also so you have...
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Does an 18 year old, still in HS, have to reside with their noncustodial parent if the custodial parent is incarcerated?
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Answered on August 04, 2014
An 18 year girl old may decide where she wants to live.
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How can I get my name added to my daughters birth certificate? I only have her mom's phone #, I do not know where she lives.
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Answered on August 04, 2014
If there was a court ordered DNA test then it sounds like you've been established as the "legal" father and thus you have a right to be named on...
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What age bracket would court normally consider X spouse's payee X too old to have to pay the in arrears X spouse alimony amount
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Answered on August 04, 2014
Look at the terms of the order or stipulation to see if any of the changes you've described are relevant. If you are still not sure, then have a...
