I would expect that the Judge will permit you to change the name to include both names especially if the Father is using this as a bargaining chip...

Giving up parental rights

In a case of mine many years ago the Judge told my client that was having problem with her children that unlike appliances--you cannot return them...

In Ohio anyone may file a Motion for custody of a minor child. Based on your history with the child you have a basis to file especially if your...

What are my options when facing verbal and emotional abuse in a marriage?

Has your counselor recommended that your Husband participate in the counseling as an option prior to terminating the marriage? If not, you should...

Unmarried mother father is not on birthcertificate doesnt pay child support his girl friend has domestic violence charges

Go to your local child support agency or hire a private attorney and initiate a paternity case. This will establish whether he is the natural...

Is it legal for my boyfriend to lock my 4yr old in his room?

First, your boyfriend should not be either determining the discipline or implementing it. Rather, that should be reserved to you and you only. If...

Will I need a lawyer if my ex is trying to file charges to remove my son from my home for a incident that never happened?

Be prepared to hire an attorney if an investigation is opened and/or a motion is filed in court. You may even consider a consult with one sooner...

How can the Victim get a po agaisnt him from the assaulters daughter?

The fact that the neighbor's daughter obtained a CPO against your boyfriend should have no bearing on the CPO that your boyfriend obtained against...

First, is there any Court papers which set forth the custodial rights of you and the Father ? They may provide some guidelines which will...

Visiting rights

If you both agree you may go by the schedule set forth in the divorce in India and not involve the local Court. In the event 1 or both of you is...