Do I need to contact a lawyer about this matter?

Typically, the support order is calculated based on information provided by the parties (you and the other parent) about who is going to claim the...

Yes; it is very common these days for information posted online to be used/relevant to a court decision. If you do not have an attorney, consult...

If you wish to adopt you will first need to terminate the parental rights of the mother as well as the birth father. Consult with a local adoption...

How do I take my son's father's rights away?

I agree with the other attorney responses. A consult with an attorney will allow you to discuss more details of the situation and obtain advice on...

Can I get full custody of my child if her father has not seen her in three years willingly?

It sounds like you already have full custody of her. If there is something specific that you want to achieve, then a custody petition or petition...

Can I get custody of my nephew

If you have a relationship with the child and have been taking care of him, you can petition for custody. You can always discuss a custody...

What limitations do judges have on questioning represented litigants in child custody matters?

Judges can and often do ask questions of the parties. This provides guidance about the issues that concern or interest them about the matter. A...

My custody order is from VA. I have lived in DC for 13 mo's. B/C Domesitc Violence I moved to Media, PA. Can PA amend my order?

Pennsylvania may take jurisdiction on an emergency basis. This is a complicated matter; I recommend that you review the circumstances with, and...

The putative (unknown) birth father's rights must be addressed for the adoption to be truly final. Attempts at notification and service must be...

What do I do when I signed the papers but she just keep procrastinating and her lawyer won't push the papers through

Take everything to a new lawyer for review and advice.