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I have shared custody wit my sons father. he just went to jail for possession of cds. i want to file for solo custody?
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Answered on October 01, 2014
You must file to modify custody. If your child's father is incarcerated, the court has the ability to grant you sole legal and physical custody.
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My ex has been trying to push me out of the picture, so can I sign my rights over and stop child support all?together ?
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Answered on September 24, 2014
Even if you agreed to give your ex sole legal and physical custody, you would be obligated to pay child support. Furthermore, the courts will not...
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Can I sue my ex-husband for not refinancing the house he was awarded in the divorce decree? I
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Answered on September 02, 2014
If the agreement states that he must refinance the mortgage to remove your name, you can file to enforce this provision. If the agreement does not...
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If my wife and I are separated but not yet divorced, is it okay for me to start seeing someone else?
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Answered on September 02, 2014
In PA, date of separation is important for many factors, one of which is the ability to enter into other relationships. It is also important when...
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My fiancé wants to adopt my daughter how do I petition her biological father to have his rights terminated.
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Answered on August 07, 2014
A common misunderstanding in these type of situations is the difference between "sole legal custody or giving up one's rights" and actual...
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I am on CR1 have applied for removal of conditions without my husband. I have met another man and want to marry him.
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Answered on August 07, 2014
You must wait until the divorce decree is entered. It is a common mistake to make marriage arrangements and set a date prior to receiving the...
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Custody Issue. I have a sexual Assault conviction in 2000
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Answered on August 06, 2014
The courts take all enumerated offenses, specifically sexual assault convictions very seriously. The court has the power to transfer primary...
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What should I expect at an interim custody hearing that was scheduled due to trial date not being set within the required time?
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Answered on August 06, 2014
The court will hear from both you and opposing party on this issue. If the court does not believe an agreement will be reached, the Judge will...
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Can a mother get a father rights taking from him and have a new husband adopt the child if he is in jail
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Answered on August 05, 2014
Incarceration is not a valid reason in and of itself to terminate parental rights. This is especially true when Father makes attempts to remain in...
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How to change my son last name?
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Answered on August 04, 2014
You must file a name change petition with the Court. You will receive a court date where you and your son will need to appear and testify. Also,...