Child custody issue

Yes, you are correct about jurisdiction being properly in Georgia and not in Virginia. You need a family lawyer in both states or one lawyer...

Who has custody before a custody hearing takes place.

You are correct that right now, the mother is the only legal custodian, but not because the father is not on the birth certificate nor because he...

Should I still have to pay child support for my 18 year old daughter who's graduated high school.

Unless your Decree directed you to pay post-minority support, then you are not required to pay for your daughter beyond her 18th birthday, unless...

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Do I have the legal right to get my child from the other parents house if I'm not in agreement on the vacation visit?

It depends on what the mediated agreement says. If, for example, he gets to choose first in 2013 regarding the 3 weeks he wants with the children...

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If a baby is born and mother gives it her last name, can father make her change it if DNA test proves baby to be his?

Under Georgia law, paternity establishes the biological condition of being a father, but does not create a legal relationship between father and...

What happens if neither part show for an ex parte protection order hearing?

If no one appears, it will likely be dismissed for want of prosecution. But if if the petitioner does get out and appear, a Judgment may be...

My husband was locked up for alleged child molestation......

If your husband has been accused of child molestation, then your daughter (who ostensibly made the allegation, if I'm understanding your post) is...

How long does it normally take to get in front ouf the Judge for change of custody in a emergency hearing once papers are filed

It depends on a few factors: 1) Is it a true emergency. If not, it is unlikely that you will get an expedited hearing; 2) the Judge's calendar....

How can a mother be found unfit and full custody be grated to the father?

If your child or children are living with the mother, and if you have a good faith basis to believe that the mother is residing with someone who is...

He has a duty under the law, all parents do, to support his child, even if he has not legitimated the child. Don't wait until he files to...