Where can I receive Gratis Representation for a Child Support Case if I am Petitioner but can not afford a paid lawyer?

Unfortunately, unless you can find a pro bono program through a bar association or some nearby law school, the court cannot appoint an attorney in...

Can person with custody of child make a standby guardianship?

You will probably not be able to do a standby guardianship. That is left to the parents. I hope you found this answer helpful and if so, please...

Signing off on paternal rights/Gaining sole custody?

As you stated, he cannot sign away his rights short of an adoption or a termination proceeding after a neglect finding. He does not have to see...

Yes the court can get any information that is relevant to a custody matter.

Am i responsible to make sure my ex gets her child support?

When a new case is set up with income execution it is usual that there is up to a 6 week delay before the payments start being received by the...

Divorce/custody. If I have a neglect charge by ACS is the judge allowed to see that report without notifying me in advance?

If the report is generated by ACS in response to a request by the court then the answer is yes. Both sides are allowed to read the report but not...

How do I file an agreed upon change to my visitation agreement with my former spouse?

you do not have to file the agreement with the court. The court is not looking over your shoulder to see what you are doing. However, I strongly...

Deadline to file Appellate - If I want to appeal a final order but it was not made from a motion but more at the discretion of

No matter what, if you are served with a copy of the order with notice of entry in Supreme Court or you are given the order or it is mailed to you...

What does the judge look for in making a decision in a domestic violence case when there is no witness?

The victim doesn't have to do anything. It is up to the DA who will present the case to do what is necessary to get the conviction. If the victim...

Divorce/Custody. Re: Supervised visitation - can I ask that a friend or relative of mine supervise visitation if it is court

you can ask. If the other side agrees to the supervisor the court will not object, if not you may have to agree to someone the other side proposes...