How can I change my daughters last name if her father has abandoned her?

If he has not paid any support in five years, the court can grant the name change without his consent. However, it is required that you serve him...

Can i use an affidavit from my child's mother as proof that I actually pay child support for my daughter

I agree with my colleagues. In almost all hearings, live testimony is necessary instead of an affidavit. I also agree that paying child support in...

If I owe in back child support and am in arrears can they take the money from an accident lawsuit settlement?

Yes, it is possible for them to garnish or lien against the accident settlement. That could be a good thing for you if it satisfies your arrearage.

Can I get visitation modification if NCP has tried to take child out of town with out my knowledge& police were called?

I agree with my colleagues. You can file for contempt but really need to count the costs before you do. Unless there is more than what you are...

Do I continue to pay child support after she turns 18?

I agree. The duration of the child support should be spelled out in the child support order. Standard language says you have to pay until age 18...

I want to move in with my friend and his dad, I am currently 16 is there any way I could emancipate myself?

Emancipation is not a very likely option for you. You would have to prove that you can support yourself completely (job, paying for a place to...

That depends on whether you ever legitimated the kids. If you legitimated and have a court order giving you custody of the kids, then she can file...

Can I represent myself in Court trying to get custody?

Are you allowed to represent yourself? Yes. Is it a good idea to do so? No. Even the best evidence can't help you if it is not presented...

If you sign your rights over do you still have to pay child support in the state of Georgia?

The only way he can "sign away rights" and stop paying ongoing child support is where there is someone else adopting the child. Beyond that, he...

How can I get a dependency discharge?

This is not a domestic violence question. I am changing the category to military law where I think you will get appropriate answers.