While his conduct is inappropriate, it is difficult to enforce what goes on behind closed doors. When your child is older, she will appreciate the...

The only fact that matters is that you are the parent of the child. Child Support Standards Act does authorize support for higher education. I...

My daughter has my last name, her father wants to add his name does he have to sign the birth certificate? I prefer he doesn't.

A name change application would have to be submitted to a court of proper jurisdiction, and would will often require the consent of the other parent.

How soon after a child custody trial can you file for a modification petition?

It is prudent to wait 1 year after the entry of any order to modify same, absent emergency circumstances.

If your stipulation of settlement does not address pre-college nor college expenses, a petition for contribution will have to be filed in your...

Can i relocate if i have sole custody and other parent has no visitation?

If there is nothing in your court order that precludes relocation, and there is no access schedule for the non-custodial parent, relocation should...

Do custody judges look at the central registry to see if there are indicated CPS reports against you?

Yes, that is routinely performed by the courts, as it is required.

Once the documents are filed, the judgment of divorce will be executed as soon as possible. As there is a backlog in every county, you should...

What is a crime victim role in a summary trial?

You will have to contact the local district attorney prosecuting the case for answers to your questions. Good luck.

Can I get emergency custody of my child?

You should immediately consult with a family law attorney to seek custody of your child.