In SC after an adoption decree has been issued can the boo parent appeal ? If so , what is the time limit on the appeal process?

Yes. There is a constitutional right to appeal an adverse ruling from the trial court. The notice of appeal must be served on all respondents...

Our granddaughter lives with me and my wife. I have legal custody. What happens if I pass away?

Do you have sole legal custody? If so, she would automatically return to her natural parent. Which begs the question, where is the father? He...

Can i sign away my legal rights as a parent and not owe back child support?

Most judges will not allow a parent to sign away his or her legal and moral responsibilities. And as child support arrearages constitute a legal...

How do i rescind , remove , or change a court order to pay alimony through the court in SC

I agree with Mr. Jackson that support in general should be paid through the court. This benefits both parties in the event that the current good...

Unwilling to work with us - husband's ex-wife seems to have the upper hand.

Unfortunately, the custodial party often does seem to have the upper hand in child custody situations. However, that does not mean that you have...

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Family court issue concerning one state to another.

I don't know what state you are referring to, but the governor's office should have an Ombudsman's Office which is charged with handling citizen...

What are the fathers rights if i file for child support and he is not a part of her life?

It’s common for a single mother to question the right of a complacent father to later seek to become involved in his child’s life. Generally, the...

Can we get the childcare portion of child support reviewed in SC?

Child Support in South Carolina is always open for review, and not just for changes in childcare expenses. Any change in either parent’s income or...

We are being harassed by a law firm trying to collect a debt owed by an elderly family member. Not liable. Do we have recourse?

I suggest that you consult with a lawyer to determine if this activity violates either the federal or South Carolina's unconscionable debt...

Paying child support to child who is in ct , order was made in NY , do i still have to pay until she is 21 ?

There are complicated jurisdictional questions here - NY? CT? Maybe, but not likely, SC? If it were me, I would stop making payments on her...