Legitimation means there is a legal relationship between a parent and a child. For example, if a father legitimates his child and the father dies,...

My experience in this area of law is not very recent. It came up in the context of a divorce I handled a few years ago. At the time I represented...

What forms can be filed to establish paternity by an unwed father?

You will need to establish that you are the biological father, legitimate the child (create a legal relationship), and establish custodial rights...

If you are looking to get divorced and you reside in Georgia, you can file a complaint for divorce and ask the court to serve him by publication. ...

Husband filed for divorce three weeks ago. I still have not been served. Can I go and get the paperwork from the courthouse?

Yes, you can go to the courthouse and get a copy of it. Depending on your county, you may be able to look at the complaint and other motions...

What generally occurs at a 30 day status conference to domesticate a foreign order from one state to another?

At a Fulton County 30 Day conference, they will domesticate the agreement as articulated in the above answer. However, if the child's other...

So my wife left Ga with my kids and fled to Michigan, I filed for divorce and she was served within 3 weeks.

Attorneys can not solicit for clients on Avvo in the question section. But you should search for attorneys in DeKalb and neighboring counties in...

No, I would not assume that. There are many criteria in selecting a good attorney. First, you should ask the attorney how many divorces with...

Question is about a divorce

First, I would double check that his demands are not in the order and also not in any agreement incorporated by the Final Judgment and Decree. If...

How can i get a divorce without my husband knowing?

You have to give the defendant notice in any civil case including divorce. If you do not know where he lives and have no way to find out, the...