Father Attempting to Terminate Parental Rights

No, you cannot petition to terminate your own parental rights. My colleague is correct, the court would not even grant the Mother's Petition to...

Will a post separation pay raise cause me to have to pay more in child support or alimony?

The short answer is, yes, the court will consider all of your income in fashioning an alimony and child support judgment. Alimony, if any, is...

Can really say I kidnapped him? I mean there's no court order and we still married and he knows where I am?

It doesn't appear to me that your situation falls under kidnapping. However, your Husband is likely to file to have the child returned to Pinellas...

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Can I leave FL with my child? He has filed for paternity, but I have not yet been served.

There are so many moving parts in your case that you will almost certainly need an attorney. That being said, it would not be a good idea for you...

Interstate Child Custody Petition - Husband vs Wife

Based on the information in your question, it appears that New York has jurisdiction over the child and any time-sharing requests. Your son should...

Should my wife help with bills if she lives in the house with me but we are not together?

Ideally she would, but she is not under any obligation to do so. Further, depending on your current financial circumstances, the fact that you...

How can I get the divorce if he is abroad and / or not willing to sign it?

You may file for divorce after you have resided in Florida for six months. Obviously it is best if he will sign off on a marital settlement...

I agree with Attorney Feuerstein. You should consult with an attorney as soon as possible and begin the process of divorce. After you've filed...

Can she do this without my permission?

If you haven't already you need to file a case to establish your legal rights with regard to your child. This would include a request to establish...

Can I just not go to the court date?

Typically the court will just dismiss the petition of you fail to appear, especially if you have already filed a motion to dismiss the case.