What are my custody rights after three years of not knowing that I had a child?

You'll have to initiate a paternity action in circuit court. Once paternity is established (either through the Mom's acknowledgment that you are...

Is the custodial parent ever responsible for transportation for parenting time if distance is reasonable?

Unfortunately, there is no definite answer to your question. Usually the responsibility for transportation depends on your circumstances. ...

There is no provision in the law the allows for visitation between siblings. If your Dad's parents are still alive, they can petition the court...

What if my daughters father lied about the amount he makes in order to get a lower support order?

I agree with Mr. Catchick. You really need the assistance of an attorney who can subpoena wage information from his employer. Did the mediator...

What kind of proof will I need to bring to prove my daughter is in an unstable environment while visiting her father?

I don't believe that a judge will allow your daughter's father overnight parenting time if he doesn't have an appropriate place for her to sleep ....

Step-child turned 18 and graduated - what is the non-custodial parent's financial obligation

Your husband is no longer required to provide financial support for the adult child so long as the child has graduated from high school. ...

Looking for a lawyer In Michigan that won't be expensive.

Attorneys charge varying rates. Many attorneys offer free telephone consultations and low-cost in person consultations. I'd recommend you speak...

My husband and i got married while he was in prison and then right after he got out he wanted a divorce but i cannot afford one

Try for Legal Services of Northern Michigan for assistance. Their website is lsnmirp.org. Best of luck to you. Brenda Richard (248) 355-1800

My divorce lawyer filed a judgment against me...I answered it but they still put the judgment against me. now what?

You probably missed a step when you answered the complaint. It needed to be properly answered, served, and filed with the court. The fact that...

Paternity DNA came back positive, how do I get to see my child, Now!?

If you're paying child support, there is already a court order that says you are the father of the child. You'll probably need to file a motion...