What is my next step for my husband to adopt my son?

Your next step is to hire a Family Law attorney who is familiar with handling step-parent adoptions. They can assist you with serving the...

DO I NEED AN CHILD SUPPORT LAWYER OR AN INCOME TAX LAWYER?

The fact that he pays child support does NOT entitle him to deduct the children in his taxes. The deduction belongs to the parent with primary...

How can grandparents gain custody of grand children who's parents have drug problems and really have no way of supporting them?

You have a number of options: 1- You could attempt to gain guardianship of your granddaughters. You would have to file a petition in your...

Is there a time limit on marriage that she gets half only married 5 mos.

Georgia is not a "they get half" state. Here, assets of the marital estate are divided "equitably" taking a number of factors into consideration. ...

Should a default be entered in my favor?

A default judgment is only proper where the defendant failed to file an answer within thirty (30) days of being served with a copy of the...

Where do I file for divorce???

The answer depends on how long you've lived here in Georgia; but it is most likely that you would need to file in North Carolina.

Your ex is not wrong (though he's not exactly right either). The court will require a child support worksheet to be entered, and will require...

My boyfriend is now having to pay child support for our daughter, and wants to lower it

If your boyfriend involuntarily lost his job, it is highly likely that he will be deemed to be eligible for a reduction in support. The amount...

Fiance's ex wife isn't being fair about child visitation.

Your fiance can request modification of custody or modification of visitation. He needs to contact an attorney to discuss his rights and...

Can I move out of my parents house at 17 in ga

Until you are emancipated, your parent or legal guardian gets to decide where you live. You become emancipated by either reaching age 18, getting...