Social Security benefits from deadbeat parent turning 65?

You will need to show the Social Security Office that you have a court order for visitation, or a copy of the child's birth certificate with his...

Your biggest concern is length of time that you have failed to pursue this, especially since she has remarried. You need to find an experienced...

Can I be sued for attorney's fees if I file for an lose a motion for grandparents rights?

Do you have an attorney to defend this claim? Yes, if the parents successfully defend your Petition they can seek an award of legal fees.

Adoption may be possible, but that is only going to happen if the parents consent to it, or if the state steps in to terminate their rights. The...

How do previous children affect child support for newborns?

Unless the father files a petition for legitimation, and also seeks custody and/or visitation, he has no legal rights to the child. If he does not,...

Do I need noncustodial parent’s consent to change minor child’s first name?

The law governing name changes does not distinguish between legal, biological, or custodial parents. One parent cannot change the name of a minor...

My youngest (15) wants to come live with me and my oldest is aging out. Do I have to do both changes in one request?

These matters can all be handled in one action. You should consult an experienced custody attorney who has regularly handled these matters in the...

Hi I live in Georgia want to get divorced.

If it is your intention to get divorced and to seek custody of your child, that would be much easier if it is filed and served upon him prior to...

Prenup written in Arizona is it valid in Georgia?

Yes, it is valid so long as it is properly executed, with the correct number of witnesses, and does not fly in the face of Georgia public policy...

I’m 16 and he’s nineteen, is he safe?

This is not a family law question. You need to contact a criminal defense attorney in the state where the sexual act took place. This would have...