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What does this mean and how is there proof?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on September 08, 2011

This likely just means that he's claiming that one of the reasons he's entitled to custody is because the child has been living with him since...

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My husband and I have been separated for almost 3 years and he doesn't want to go through with the divorce. What do I do?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 30, 2011

Fortunately, you don't need him to agree to a divorce. You can simply file for one. You'll need to file in the county where your husband lives...

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If my son is not legitamized can his father who is overseas, stop me from changing his name ?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 25, 2011

Depending on the facts of the case, you might not need the father's consent. For example, if he has abandoned the child or has failed to pay child...

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Should I sign a quit claim deed granting to brother in order to sell deceased parents home?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 25, 2011

You might consider giving him a power of attorney to sell the home. That way, he can sign for you, but you still retain an interest in the home...

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I have a court ordered ability to drug test the father of my child and it came back positive for methadone.

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 24, 2011

If he has a prescription, then it's not illegal. However, that doesn't meant that you shouldn't be concerned. If you don't want to him to be able...

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Share custody the mother has not picked up child in 3 weeks have scheduled 3 times and meet half way.She did not show up.

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 24, 2011

This is impossible to answer without reading the custody order. The parenting plan should outline your respective rights to the child. If the...

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Moving out of state. How to write a parenting plan?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 22, 2011

This is a difficult question to answer on a forum. Parenting plans differ widely depending on the parties' circumstances, and a lot of times the...

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My ex has sole custody. We have got along till I started dating. Can she control who I have my kids around.

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 22, 2011

Read the order and the parenting plan carefully to see if there are any restrictions. It would be unusual for a court to allow one parent to have...

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Can houseing put me out when i know i was not home and the police seen when i was just comeing up . i did not tell my ex

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

I'm not entirely sure I understand your post, but it sounds like you're saying that you're being evicted for allowing someone on to public housing...

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What's the fastest way to get divorced in GA?

Kathryn's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

If you truly can't find him after a diligent search, then you will have to get divorced by publication. This can be complicated and can take some...

Kathryn Gail Shelton's Answers (60)

What does this mean and how is there proof?

My husband and I have been separated for almost 3 years and he doesn't want to go through with the divorce. What do I do?

If my son is not legitamized can his father who is overseas, stop me from changing his name ?

Should I sign a quit claim deed granting to brother in order to sell deceased parents home?

I have a court ordered ability to drug test the father of my child and it came back positive for methadone.

Share custody the mother has not picked up child in 3 weeks have scheduled 3 times and meet half way.She did not show up.

Moving out of state. How to write a parenting plan?

My ex has sole custody. We have got along till I started dating. Can she control who I have my kids around.

Can houseing put me out when i know i was not home and the police seen when i was just comeing up . i did not tell my ex

What's the fastest way to get divorced in GA?