Can a non birth parent get custody of a child that I have had for over a year straight. He's just turned 2

You should review all the history with an attorney before proceeding to court, as the parents' decisions on how to care for a child are presumed...

Assuming your ex has no interaction with the babysitter and is not paying the babysitter such that he would need detailed information, the terms of...

Does the "filing of a petition" or the "verified acknowledgement of paternity" cost money?

Court filing fees may be waived by a judge if a party is unable to afford the fee. You should consult an attorney as to the processes and legal...

My daughter recently turned 18...how do I go about getting my child support reduced?

First, your daughter must have graduated high school before a modification of child support would be timely. Second, you would want to review your...

My partner and I broke up before the baby was born and my name is not on the birth certificate now we're back together how do I

From your question it is assumed you were not married. You will have to complete the voluntary acknowledgement of paternity forms for the State...

Where can I get an attorney that will work with me on a cheaper retainer for taking on my child support case?

It is unclear what is meant that you went to child support services to gat an arrearage started and whether you contacted the State of Illinois...

Can I be subpoenaed in Illinois for a custody case in Florida?

You can be required to appear in court in Florida under certain circumstances and the litigant may be required to pay your expenses. However,...

A parent can not "sign away" their responsibilities for a child. A parent may consent to another adult adopting the child or the State may...

Do i have grounds for abandonment? and if so how do i file?

Your question does not state whether you were married to the biological father. The adoption process in your case may be complicated if you were...

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What can I do?

In addition to going back to court to resolve the issue, your may be able to, or be required to, pursue mediation of the issue. You may also wish...