What can I do in a child custody hearing if I have no choice but to represent myself?

It is time to start calling in favors and seeking help from family and friends. You need to find a way to retain an attorney. However, DO NOT...

If you hire an attorney, it just depends upon which county and which Judge. Without an attorney, you need to be prepared to show up in court.

Can child support cease if child has dropped out of school?

You did not make it very clear whether your concern is for your son's education, or for your obligation to pay child support. However, the...

When a child signs an election letter to live with the other parent how often is that over turned by the judge?

I assume from your post that custody was previously determined in Georgia at some point when one or both of the parents lived here. However, since...

What is the cost to file for closure of child support order?

If you have been paying directly to the custodial parent, and support is no longer due under the terms of the court order, based upon age, you can...

The case is in Georgia, Custodial parent moved from Georgia, to Alabama, and now wants to move to Florida. Is this okay?

You did not mention what your legal connection to the child is at this time. Were you married to the mother, or did you legitimate the child? If...

Need an overview on Georgia Divorce law

You need to find an experienced divorce/custody attorney who handles such cases regularly in Cobb County. Expect to spend at least an hour or more...

While there is never a guarantee that the Judge will approve your settlement, it is still better to have all documents necessary to complete an...

How a German step-father adopt a child @ 17 years old?

If you have resided in Georgia for at least 6 months, you need to retain an experienced family law attorney who handles adoptions in Gwinnett County.

Do I have to give my ex husband's parents the children if he will not be in town for visitation?

In order for a court to find you in contempt, you would have to violate a specific provision of the divorce decree. However, is there a particular...