If he serves me first do I need to fight the divorce in his state?

You need to consult with an attorney immediately and before you file any response to the New York case. It is very possible that you can get the...

Legally separated in louisianna in 1984. Divorce not finalized, how do I accomplish this. Have lived in Florida since 1989

From what you have stated, all you need to do is file for divorce here in Florida. She is not your ex-Wife until a Judge enters an order dissolving...

I need to know who has more legal rights to my son. me or his father?

Typically, in Florida, both parents have equal rights to spend time with and have a relationship with any minor children of the relationship....

Yes, a Family Law attorney is one who typically handles divorce cases and issues related to divorce. You should consult with several attorneys...

My husband was served divorce petition 26 days ago and he hasn't reply yet. What is my next step? I'd like divorce him ASAP.

You need to file for entry of a Default for his failure to serve or file any response to the divorce Petition, and then set a Final Hearing. If you...

Can I file a contempt motion to change amount of support paid?

There is a statute that addresses this situation and which makes any child support modification retroactive to the date that he stopped exercising...

Who gets automatic custody of a child when the custodial parent dies? How do I get my daughter?

You need to file a civil action to establish yourself legally as the biological father. Being on the birth certificate creates a presumption that...

If I am a father to a child and am not married to his mother, do I have any rights? He has my last name.

Yes, you have equal rights with the Mother. However, you need to establish those rights in Court by filing a legal action called a "Petition to...

I have being a house wife for 10 years we have a 8 year old daughter, he move out still paying for everything .

You have stated multiple issues that would best be addressed during a consultation with an attorney. If you do not have an attorney, you need to...

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I need advise.... I need to know if I can terminate rights from biological parent.

Based on what you have stated, you should be able to petition the court for either supervised visitation or no visitation whatsoever, but I agree...