Do I need a lawyer to pursue a bigamy case?

You would more likely than not need a lawyer to file for divorce

Can I sighn my rights over to avoid paying child support?

The only way this would be possible is if the other parent is remarried and they are willing to adopt.

How is marital debt handled?

Any debt that is incurred during a marriage is considered marital by the court. The burden is on the party claiming that the debt is non-marital to...

Should i get a lawyer anyway?

I strongly urge you to not sign anything and get a consultation at a minimum. The Find a Lawyer feature is a good place to start

How can I get legally married even though I do not have a legal divorce?

You need to obtain a divorce. Bigamy is not a good idea, even if your spouse is doing it. It can create substantial issues regarding inheritances,...

Adoptions are complex creatures. Guardians are required, etc. You would not conduct surgery on yourself, so unless you know what you are doing,...

Do I still have joint custody of my son

I agree with the prior answer, in South Carolina there is a rule where, if A final hearing is not requested within a year of filing, the case...

Are step parents able to obtain legal rights?

As the other attorney indicated, a step-parent adoption would be fairly simple at this point since the termination of parental rights is not an issue.

How do I modify a child support order issued for my daughters father now that my daughter and I are permanent residents of SC?

There is an Act that determines jurisdiction on modification of child support cases, referred to as UIFSA. If NY was the issuing state on the...

How do i obtain a lawyer to help with custody involving grandparents when I don't have a job?

Most attorneys are going to charge for their time. Your best bet is to find someone ( friend or family) to assist you with fees.