My daughter's father is not on the birth certificate and paternity was never established. Does he have rights?

No he has no rights. If you would like to set up child support or financial obligations for him you can file a paternity action. But then he can...

What kind of custody agreement can a father expect in an out of state situation?

That very much depends on the specific facts of the case. Perhaps you could receive more block time in summer months or over spring or Christmas...

My ex-husband wants to take my daughter to florida but wont let me take my daughter to mexico

You need a good reason to object to the trip or else you will look bad in front of the judge. Retaliation is not a good reason.

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Do I need to go to court?

You should consult with a family law attorney and discuss the specifics of this situation. More information is needed and the court orders...

My daughter recently passed away and left 2 grandkids behind....can i get custody of them?

Hire a lawyer asap. Set up a consult first, many lawyers offer free consults. Time is of the essence.

If my wife borrows money from her grandmother to pay me a cash settlement so I don't touch her retirement, am I taxed on it?

Generally speaking it would not be taxable to you unless it is maintenance. You should consult with a divorce lawyer and hire one if you don't...

No you don't unless there is a court order requiring you to do so. However all income earned during the marriage is marital property and is subject...

Is the baby's birthplace always considered the "home state"

The uccjea defines the home state of the child as where the child has lived for the last 6 months. The uccjea can get very complicated and it is a...

How do I file a response to the court in regards to a motion to enter foreign judgment?

Well it depends on whether you object to it or not. Either way you should talk to a lawyer for specific guidance.

I need a divorce I would like to know the cost and how soon I could be divorced

Set up an in person or phone consult with a lawyer. If it is truly uncontested it should be relatively cheap and quick but talk to a lawyer for...