What are my options if my ex makes other plans (denies me custody) for my child on my custody weekend?

In Georgia this issue comes up a lot! Fortunately for you a case came out in 2011 called Earle v. Earle. In the Earle case, the father had final...

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How do I go about responding to interrogatories, and can I refuse?

I agree with Mr. Hopkins. In addition, an attorney can formulate your responses and aid help you respond to only what is required by law--there...

What do I need to do to enforce a court ordered payment from my divorce ?

I agree with my colleagues that the remedy is a motion for contempt. All orders, judgments, and decrees commanding the payment by a spouse may be...

How do I file for my daughter's father to sign over rights so that my husband may adopt my daughter and sign birth certificate?

What you are referring to is a step-parent adoption. This type of adoption is governed by O.C.G.A. Section 19-8-6. A petition for a adoption is a...

Can I change my last name to my fathers last name.

What you are requesting is an adult name change. You must file a detailed petition with the appropriate court, provide a verification, notice,...

When you're court ordered to pay child support

If the Father was ordered to pay child support, then this right may be enforced by an action for contempt against the offending party. Contempt is...

Payment plan/ Pro bono custody and child support lawyer

As part of a contempt for the father's failure to pay child support you can seek attorney's fees and expenses of litigation from the father. A...

How can a father get custody of their child if the mother is not taking care of the child?

If your daughter was born out of wedlock and you have not yet legitimated the child then that is the first step. The mother may freely agree and...

Temporary Custody, how hard is it to get your child back?

Generally, the mother (you) are entitled to the possession of the child. However, a custody contest may arise between a parent versus a...

How can I get custody of my granddaughter that I've been taking care of the last 5 years.

I would have to know more about whether the mother and father were married and if there is a custody order/parenting plan in place. Generally, the...