I'm an unwed mom who would like to change my child's last name to mine.

Name changes are done in the Superior Court and you will have to file a petition and pay the court fee to initiate the process. On the side note,...

Georgia mother not sure how to get child from non legitimate father? What should I expect if he seeking full custody?

I agree with my colleagues. I wanted to add that in the state of Georgia, a child 14 years and older can usually determined who he/she wants to...

If the custody order states that your ex is supposed to have her for those times and you withheld visitation, you are in contempt plain and simple....

Can my Landlord raise my rent "as additional deposit" and force me to sign an addendum?

Without looking at your lease, it is hard to give you any advice on what your landlord can and cannot do. Take a copy of your lease to an attorney...

How do I request an emergency hearing or file an admendment of custody orders to change the pick-up/drop-off location?

If your ex was arrested for assaulting you, is there a TPO in place? If not, you should probably file for one. As for modifying a custody order,...

Can my divorce be null and void?

Once the divorce decree is handed down, the only thing you can do is to appeal it. You should have raised these issues DURING the proceedings. You...

I agree with Mr. Ashman. If you haven't obtain a lawyer, I would advice you to do it now. Your lawyer can file a motion to request a temporary...

I want I want I want to do I'm homeless and I want a divorce how can another state?

Try Atlanta Legal Aid or AVLF. They may take your case.

I agree with my colleague. You need to consult with an attorney ASAP. Many attorneys offer free consultations. You may also try legal aid or legal...

If either parent is fit to raise the child, the answer is NO. Even if they are not fit, it is highly unlikely that the step-grandparent will have...