Hi, you would first need to file a petition to terminate the biological father's rights. If successful, you can then file a step-parent adoption...

Generally, a 50B Order goes into effect when the order is in writing, signed by the issuing Judge, and has a file stamp from the clerk's office in...

I'm legally separated Do I still submit my marriage certificate?

In North Carolina, you are technically married until you obtain a judgment for absolute divorce. In North Carolina couples are legally separated...

Received full custody from Emergency Custody hearing. Wasn't issued another court date so when does the order become permanent?

Receiving an additional court date would depend on if the current order is Temporary or permanent. Temporary orders do not automatically become...

When someone poses as a child's mother with the child's father during a medical visit, what law is broken and what can be done?

Unfortunately, you have not provided enough information. If you are saying that your child had a medical issue and you were not informed by the...

Based on the information provided, it sounds like you have an attorney. You should speak with your attorney (the one that handled the emergency...

My daughter dad wants to get joint custody of my child and get her every other whole week and she's only 3 d

I'm not sure what you question is because the information provided is limited. However I will say that if there is already a custody order in...

What actions can I take since my fiances ex wife showed up at our house uninvited and caused a scene in the front yard?

You haven't provided enough facts for an attorney to properly assist you or your potential legal issue. It sounds like if she caused a scene you...

Should i hold him in contempt and have the order changed due to noncompliance?

The short answer to your question is you may file a contempt motion. If the Judge will "hold" or find him in contempt is a different story and will...

Can i do anything about it since we have no papers

I agree with my colleague, however I would like to add going through the court system and establishing a formal child support would probably be in...