Can my ex-husband and I write up our own visitation and child support order and have notarized instead of going to court?

A written agreement as you describe will not be enforceable - and that is what it is all about. If you are not concerned with an agreement being...

Do I need to obtain a lawyer to file an order to vacate paternity?

You are not required to have an attorney, but from the info provided, you should certainly have one. There are potential complications and many...

If I move out of state with my son would the dad lose rights to my son?

Your question is a little confusing. If there is divorce case pending, then you can only move that far away (1) with your husband's agreement; or...

What are my obligations to transport my child if my ex-husband moves from Illinois to Minnesota (6 hour drive).

First, look to the language of your divorce judgment or custody/Parenting Judgment. Unless there is language clearly stating that you have to...

What's considered abandonment ?

First, there is no such thing as "full custody." Second, "abandonment" is not an issue in this context. Third, the Court can consider all of the...

Can I move without his approval? Can he keep the kids from me if I change their school?

If there are no court proceedings pending between the two of you (e.g., a divorce case), then you can move with your children. And he can take...

Yes, he can take you to court to seek parenting time with your child. Much will depend on whether or not there have been any prior court...

Can the court/state take money out of my savings or my checks from work to pay for his child support?

No, You are not responsible for your husband's support payments - he is. Neither your wages nor your bank accounts can be garnished. However, if...

What form do I need for a motion for contempt for a parenting agreement?

There isn't a specific form for what you want to do. You will need to prepare a petition for rule to show cause, seeking a finding of indirect...

What can we do to get custody of my husband's daughter

Not enough info is provided. Are the parents divorced? In not, has he been legally determined to be the father of the child? In not, did he sign...