Questions answered by Kathryn V. Bumgardner

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How do I go about changing my son's last name when he's father has refused to sign the consent form?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 23, 2016

You can only change your son's last name with the consent of both parents unless the father's rights have been terminated. If his father is...

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Is my boyfriend able to adopt my child and become her legal father?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 17, 2016

Once you and your boyfriend get married he can file a petition to adopt your child. The biological father must either sign a consent or his rights...

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Who or how can I find out if my ex husband is getting paid under the table to avoid paying child support

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 17, 2016

The best answer I can give you is to hire an experienced family law attorney. Through the discovery process your attorney can request documents,...

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My ex-wife and I have a Mediation Visitation Plan in NC. Daughter does not want to go to ex-wifes for a weekend visit.

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

You have not given enough information for me to answer your question. If the Visitation Plan has been signed by a Judge at the end of the document...

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Is there a way to modify a temporary custody order (that has already been modified once) outside of a motion to modify?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on July 20, 2016

You can file a Motion in the Cause and set out what is going on, that the therapist is requesting the other party's participation, etc. If you set...

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How can I see my son with a temporary custody agreement and a ex parte DVPO restraining order ?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on July 13, 2016

Once you get served there can be a hearing. At the hearing be sure to let the judge know that if he grants her the restraining order that you need...

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Would a judge find fault in my ex abusing a loophole with right of first refusal?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on July 13, 2016

I agree with Ms. Haas. I would like to add that if the agreement says there is a first right of refusal only with regard to overnights then she is...

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Child Support Advise.

Kathryn's answer | Answered on July 05, 2016

I am not sure whether the "agreement" was a NY court order. If it was an order from NY and both parents live here now you can register the order...

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What steps does a father (me) need to take to get full physical custody of my 5 year old son?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on July 02, 2016

Based on information you provided I am assuming there is no court order. You will need to file a claim for custody with the court in the county in...

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How do I get my child support person to call me back?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on July 01, 2016

I am not sure this is a legal question. I would try to make an appointment through the front desk. If this is not possible then go down there and...

Kathryn V. Bumgardner's Answers (825)

How do I go about changing my son's last name when he's father has refused to sign the consent form?

Is my boyfriend able to adopt my child and become her legal father?

Who or how can I find out if my ex husband is getting paid under the table to avoid paying child support

My ex-wife and I have a Mediation Visitation Plan in NC. Daughter does not want to go to ex-wifes for a weekend visit.

Is there a way to modify a temporary custody order (that has already been modified once) outside of a motion to modify?

How can I see my son with a temporary custody agreement and a ex parte DVPO restraining order ?

Would a judge find fault in my ex abusing a loophole with right of first refusal?

Child Support Advise.

What steps does a father (me) need to take to get full physical custody of my 5 year old son?

How do I get my child support person to call me back?