16years separated i can marry again without divorce papers?

You need to divorce or you will be violating the law. There is no such thing as de facto divorce.

Is it a faster process if my husband adopts my son if I already have sole custody.

To change his name you must do it in court and secure the permission of the father or the court. That will not in any way Help an adoption. ...

I was in a violent relationship with my boyfriend can I get full custody if I show he is aggressive ?

If you were never married then you are the presumed sole custodial parent . If he never signed an Acknowledgement of Paternity then he is not even...

My brother lives in Orlando fla with his wife. No children. They don't own a house and they do not have a job.

Please have him consult a Florida divorce lawyer. Each state has their own divorce lawyers and their own licensed lawyers schooled in the laws of...

18 in less than a month. Can she leave?

She is a minor legally and cannot be out on her own until 18.

My ex wants to change my sons last name can he do this? we were not married when he was born but married after.

It is up to the court. The court determines what is in the best interests of the child. If you are married and have taken your husband's name...

Can a child custody jurisdiction decision for CA be appealed in the state of WA? Or a new case started to fight the decision?

You may not be able to change the jurisdiction if the child lives in CA. Consult with a CA lawyer.

Recieved a citaion from AG office to establish parent child relationship,not sure if im the father.

Get a lawyer. The stakes are high here. You will be allowed to ask for a DNA test. Do not admit to paternity.

Do I need to be represented in a contested child custody case?

The answer to your question is absolutely if you want to win.

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How can I amend my divorce decree?

It is not clear by your facts exactly what is going on. If there are circumstances that are an endangerment to your son you may have grounds to...