What are the rights of a parent after being absent for almost 5 years?

He has whatever rights a parent has, until those rights are restricted by a court order.

First, attorney has to withdraw and then you need to file an appearance. At that point, you can start representing yourself., which is not to say...

Can I change my daughter's last name (which is mine from birth) to my new husband's last name?

If he has been ordered to pay child support, he is the father and not signing birth certificate means nothing. So 3 ways to do what you want. ...

Do I need to petition the court to move out of state with my son?

If the judgment says 140 miles, that's what you have and it doesn't matter that your move is to Iowa. Without a provision in the judgment, ...

Can I keep my child away from her father?

If there is a court order giving him parenting time he is entitled to that time and you can go back to court and modify his time. If no court...

What can I expect out of yet another trial in family court? Can I make a statement after 3 years of returning to court?

Sorry, but you have an attorney and on this site, we do not second guess attorneys who know the facts of the case and we do not. Generally...

Child Support Payments?

Time to talk to an attorney ab out enforcing the support order. On your own, doesn't seem like you accomplished much.

Can I legally file for divorce under no children?

Don't understand your question. If you have a child, then you have a child and that needs to be mentioned. If you don't know where mother and...

Divorce?

Based on what little you say, it is presumed to be marital property.

Can I get back child support if he didn’t report correctly and can I get more now if I am having extraordinary health issues?

Unlikely to get back support. As for the rest of it, difficult to answer without knowing more facts. Suggest that you meet with an attorney whi...