Loretta Ann Smith

Loretta Ann Smith's Answers (7038)

Powder Springs, GA

Family Lawyer at Powder Springs, GA

Practice Areas: Family, Wills & Living Wills

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Would a judge grant me primary custody or at least joint custody?

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

I agree with Mr. Ashman and Mr. Birchmore. If a judge has to decide this matter, he or she will be looking out for the best interests of your...

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What are my chances of gaining sole custody of my children?

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

Mr. Hopkins has given you good, thorough advise. If the father has not gained any visitation or custody rights through a legitimation, you remain...

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What do I need to do?

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

The answer to that question depends on other facts that we can't see in your post. If the notarized letter is the ONLY thing you did, there is no...

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In a custody case with no appeal process how to I get justice for violation of my parental rights which no one denies exist then

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 26, 2016

Mr. Hopkins have given you very thorough and well thought out answers. The administrative legitimation brought about my the voluntary legitimation...

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How do I do a name change? And what is the cost?

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 26, 2016

I agree with both of my colleagues. We are not allowed to quote attorney fees on here. The filing fees and publication fees total around $300. ...

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Kid custody

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 26, 2016

If the two of you are actually agreeing on everything, then you should be able to find a lawyer to handle the case for a modest fee. I always...

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What do I need

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 25, 2016

There is nowhere near enough information to begin answering your question. Please repost with more details or contact an employment attorney...

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Does the Defendant who had custody of the minor until the minor was 15 receive the payments that are considered to be "back pay"

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 25, 2016

I agree with Mr. Rice. So long as there was an order for child support prior to the transfer of custody. Then arrearage payments for that period...

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Can I get annulment based on he hided information?

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 25, 2016

I agree with Mr. Rice. If you already have a divorce then an annulment is not possible. Also, there are very, very limited circumstances under...

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What is joint legal custody? 1 parent has primary physical but both share joint legal. ORDER doesn't say 1 Parent has final say

Loretta's answer | Answered on January 25, 2016

Joint legal custody means you have equal access to information concerning your daughter from schools, medical providers, etc. It also means there...

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