In the commonwealth of Pa. what age does a child have to be to choose who they want to live with ?

It is a common myth that there is a magic age in the law when children can pick who they want to live with. Depending on the child's age, the...

I need advice on what steps i should take first when planning to leave my husband, with house, cars in both names and loans.

It is not practical for an attorney on-line to advise you because there are many factors to consider when deciding how to proceed. Without...

Are there any community resources that can help a father get custody/visitation with his kids? No existing court orders.

In addition to the advice from Attorney Hopkins, there may be attorneys who are willing to represent qualified individuals at reduced rates or are...

My wife left the marital home May '12. She says she couldn't stand being around my parents. Is this a strong "Abandonment" case?

It will depend on several factors. If you file for divorce and reach a comprehensive settlement agreement to resolve all outstanding issues, you...

Is there such a thing as grandparent rights in PA??

It will depend on whether you son exercises his parental rights. Your son is in the best position to file a custody action once the baby is born....

In Pennsylvania, if you have consent from the father to relocate out of state , do you still need to notify the courts?

I would suggest that you serve the Notice of Relocation amd then have the father sign a Consent Order. If you do not already have a custody order...

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Me And My Ex Girlfriend Own A House Together She Moved Out 10 Months Ago Can I Change The Locks To Keep Her Out?

Since her name is on the Deed, you cannot keep her out of the house without a court order. Changing the locks does not keep her out. Yu should...

I would like to know how to get emancipated. and I would also like to have a number to call for help. Thank you.

I'm so sorry that you have to deal with this horrible situation. In order to become emancipated, you need to have a place to love and a job to...

If you had a custody order in place prior to the PFA, you should check with a local attorney to determine whether the Judge will require you to...

Is there any way I can protect my child any legal rights do I have my boyfriend's spousal support cannot help support our child?

There isn't anything that you can do. Once your boyfriend is separated for two years, he can file for a Master and conclude his divorce. He will...