Unless you moved to Georgia prior to 1997, you will not be able to prove a common law marriage in Georgia. Common law marriage was abolished in...

What do I need to do to ensure my 1.5 year old stays just mine?

Mr. Ashman is correct. Your action, or lack of action, is much more important than the father's threat - until he acts before you do.

What can I do to get my ex-husband who is a lawyer to pay according to "new Consent Order" other than sue for Contempt again)?

If he is truly in contempt of court, I'm not sure why you would settle the contempt action without getting your legal fees paid. It could be that...

My son's father wants to give up his paternal rights. How do I handle this legally?

Since you listed this question under "adoption", I will address that first. If you are married, a step parent adoption is the easiest way, and the...

Adjustment of status

That depends upon your current State of residence, and the residency requirements for divorce.

Can I get a divorce in another county other then where I got married??

Assuming that you have not shared a residence during the past six months, you must file in the county of his current residence. If he files, he...

How do I stop my ex wife from moving my children to another state or at least custody change ?

If you still live in Alabama, and that is where the most recent Order on Custody was entered, provided that you have not already waived...

Can I start an investigation on my ex-husbands accounts we had together when married?

If you believe that there was fraud or misrepresentation in obtaining the divorce decree, you have only 3 years from the date of the final decree...

If my spouse and I have been separated, can I file for temp custody of our two children?

It depends upon several factors, including age, and history of care

The UCCJEA, adopted by every state, provides that jurisdiction will remain with the last court to decide custody, so long as one party remains in...