Filed for C/S it has been over 4 months nothing has been done, should I get private help? Also will the NCP have legal rights?

I agree with Mr. Zezima. A child support order doesn't convey any rights to custody or visitation. The NCP would have to file a legitimation...

What is the law that judges follow to determine who gets custody of the child?

The overarching principal that the court uses in contested custody cases is the best interest of the child. The judge has discretion and some of...

How is the child support amount determined? I’m the primary sole legal, custodial and physical parent I provide everything?

Child support in Georgia is determined by a Georgia Child Support Worksheet that takes into account his income and your income, insurance costs...

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Can I move out at 16 in South Georgia?

No. You can't just move out against her wishes. Your dad could petition the court for custody of you or your step-dad could possibly ask for...

How do I go about a paternity test?

You need to contact an adoption attorney in the state where the adoption is taking place as soon as possible. It is not likely that an adoption...

Alimony is always a wild card. The length of your marriage and the disparity in incomes makes you a prime candidate for alimony (though are no...

If he actually files, you will be served and the case will be move forward. You will have opportunities to reach an agreement about legitimation of...

I agree that your attorney may be able to get the hearing datey changed due to his conflict. However, it is also possible that the hearing will...

Can I file motion to dismiss petition for sole custody of my daughter because I was served with summons in state I don’t live ?

That depends. If the current custody order issued in Florida and one parent still lives there then Florida maintains jurisdiction over the custody...

As I understand your post, you just moved to Georgia around July 20th. California would be the proper State in which to file a custody action...