If I hire a lawyer do I pay the whole total up front or payments during a custody case?
Most lawyers charge an upfront fee. That fee does not pay for the entire case.
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Most lawyers charge an upfront fee. That fee does not pay for the entire case.
You probably should file a motion to modify child support. It should be based on the number of overnights each of you has with the kids.
You can file for divorce in any county in North Carolina. That’s not all that unusual.
In NC a child has to be 18 to choose where he/she lives.
If it is a court order you might be able to file a contempt motion, but if it is just a contract, you may be able to get a judgment or an order...
It is possible to get child support in place for up to three years backwards. You would file a claim for retroactive child support.
You do not have to let the child stay with the father unless there is a court order or some contract in place requiring you to allow such contact. ...
You could either file a legitimation proceeding or a name change for a minor.
Once she turns 18 her parents can’t control where she lives unless she is declared incompetent.
You will probably have to pay at least $1,500.00 in attorney fees plus the filing fee of $120.00.