How much does name change forms for a juvenile typically cost...what's an estimate for a lawyer to make the name change happen

Fees depend on the specific attorney. You should be aware that you must have Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in a case as well in order to change a minor...

How do a give a 30 day temporary custody

What you seem to be referring to is physical custody (or derivative custody of your physical custody). You will still maintain legal custody of the...

If I go to jail for back child support can my family pay it and get me out?

Generally, yes, but it depends specifically on what the Court orders should they put you in jail. There is typically (not always) a purge provision...

Am I paying to much in child support? How do I find out? Can I lower it?

You should consider filing an action to modify your child support and ask the Court, among other things, to impute minimum wage on her.

Would legal guardianship or adoption be an option for me?

I agree with my colleague, but would note that the guardianship as you describe it is not enforceable and can be revoked at any time.

How to terminate parental rights and have step parent adoption

There are numerous grounds to terminate rights in South Carolina, two of which are failure to support for six months or more and failure to visit...

How should I start an emancipation process? Who do I talk to if I can't afford an attorney? Can I get an opinion/ some advice?

You also need to show the Court that you are self sufficient as well.

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How and the court have you to pay child support and no dna test done

There are a lot of issues here and you should consult with an attorney. A court has to determine that you are the legal father in an order before...

If I pay the 1,600 will I have to finish my sentence and or receive more time for not coming back?

Typically, you can purge yourself of a sentence by paying the Court ordered amount.

Can I use the previous affair as grounds or do I have to establish those grounds again ?

If she refuses to leave, you cannot force her to do so. Jurisdiction typically does not vest in the family Court until you are both living separate...