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If my husband wants to adopt my child and he has been the acting father for all of child's life what steps need to be taken??

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

Yes, your child's father's parental rights must be terminated prior to your husband being able to adopt the child. You should consult with a local...

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I am living abroad (Europe) and want a divorce from my wife who lives in New York how do I start the process?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

You should consult with a NY family law attorney who will be able to guide you in the best direction. Divorces can be very technical in nature so...

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Can my biological mother consent for me to get married?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

Typically child custody orders outline the specific rights and duties of each parent. You should start with a review of the custody...

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Does a father have any rights if he's on the birth certificate but hasn't seen or anything of his child sense he was 4 mnths old

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

You should consult with a local family law attorney who will be able to guide you in the best direction. Child custody matters can be very...

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I have primary custody. My ex already lives one state away. Can he prevent me from moving out of state due to health reasons?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

Aside from reviewing your orders for geographic restrictions, you should consult with a local family law attorney who will be able to guide you in...

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I have joint custody of my daughter, and her mother will not let me see or speak to her. Can the police make her give her to me?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

Sometimes the police will help and sometimes they will tell you it's a civil matter and to call an attorney. You should consult with a local family...

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Can I get my visitations modified while I'm getting my child support modified

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

You should consult with a local family law attorney who will be able to guide you in the best direction, but yes you should be able to take care of...

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My sons father is fighting me for custody, he has been very violent in the past but I did not call the police, what do I do

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

Looks like you asked this question twice. My answer remains the same, hire an attorney and don't delay!

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My sons father is fighting me for custody, he has been very violent in the past but I did not call the police, what do I do

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

You should consult with a local family law attorney who will be able to guide you in the best direction. Child custody matters can be very...

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Do I need an attorney for a lesbian step-parent adoption?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

You should absolutely consult with an attorney who is well versed on adoptions for same-sex couples. Aside from this being a very technical and...

Elisse Vickers Woelfel's Answers (1264)

If my husband wants to adopt my child and he has been the acting father for all of child's life what steps need to be taken??

I am living abroad (Europe) and want a divorce from my wife who lives in New York how do I start the process?

Can my biological mother consent for me to get married?

Does a father have any rights if he's on the birth certificate but hasn't seen or anything of his child sense he was 4 mnths old

I have primary custody. My ex already lives one state away. Can he prevent me from moving out of state due to health reasons?

I have joint custody of my daughter, and her mother will not let me see or speak to her. Can the police make her give her to me?

Can I get my visitations modified while I'm getting my child support modified

My sons father is fighting me for custody, he has been very violent in the past but I did not call the police, what do I do

My sons father is fighting me for custody, he has been very violent in the past but I did not call the police, what do I do

Do I need an attorney for a lesbian step-parent adoption?