How does Chapter 13 effect ongoing court ordered child support for the custodial parent?

His plan may be dismissed if he is not paying those child support payments as they become due after the Chapter 13 is filed. He can only use the...

How can I go about getting a divorce from my husband in Jamaica while I'm here in Atlanta GA?

You are not required to get his permission to divorce. You just have to serve him with the papers, and go to court to ask for the divorce. If you...

Is trading/splitting up kids between parents just to avoid paying child support considered a crime?

First of all, he cannot change custody without a court order. It does not work that way. This is a custody case, and not just a child support...

I have a girl saying i am the father for her daughter and now she is taking out a child adandonment on me and i am not the dad ?

The very first thing that you do when you are served with papers is to demand a DNA test. If it is negative, they will stop pursuing you. To...

What to do about child support?

You can always go through child support enforcement. The only issue handled in these cases is child support, and you will not need an attorney. ...

Can I involve the police to get my child?

If you have joint physical custody, the sheriff or police may help you. However, they will not usually enforce visitation. The will probably tell...

What would family court in Georgia do if my son's father has a court date for legitimation but I am not able to make it?

Without an attorney, you really do not know what he is asking for, and what may happen at this hearing without your presence. Do not allow that to...

It sounds as if you already have what you want, but just not on paper. Why rock the boat just to get a piece of paper that spells out what the...

Will I be in a compromised position if I transfer the deed on the house before the divorce goes through ?

You do not indicate what, if any, would be the benefit to you for transferring the house. You have already indicated a possible negative impact,...

Can I terminate an adoption in Ga and get my parental rights reinstated?

You need to immediately retain an experienced family law attorney, who is familiar with adoption law, to set aside the adoption. You have very...