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Starting the child support/custody establishment process and my visa expires next year. Can I remove geographic and move home?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 21, 2014

You should address the geography issue up front. If it is put in place, it is unlikely you'll get it removed. You need to make sure it never...

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My daughter's dad was locked up for 2 years and now he shows up and demands his visitation, am I allowed to request a supervised

Maria's answer | Answered on July 21, 2014

Hire a lawyer to help with development and presentation of evidence in the modification.

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Can I retain an additional attorney to a final hearing?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 20, 2014

You say "additional", so I assume you have a lawyer. If you have an attorney, you need to talk to him/her about your concerns. It may not be...

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I married my wife 3 months ago, she has two children, how do I adopt them? I am their step father. their Dad lives in Mexico

Maria's answer | Answered on July 20, 2014

Hire a lawyer and file for termination of the biological father's rights and for stepparent adoption. The biological father will have to execute a...

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How much is a contested divorce cost around???

Maria's answer | Answered on July 20, 2014

Only a lawyer who knows your case very well can advise you. Talk to your lawyer, review your retainer contract and the itemized statements you have...

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How can I legally leave state with my child?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 20, 2014

It does not sound like you have any orders about this child that include a restriction on the child's residence. Move today. When you have been in...

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Domestic dispute between me and child's father. What to do now?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 20, 2014

Break the lease and get a home you can afford on your own, here or in Atlanta. Yes, act immediately to get child support going again, though...

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How can my boy friend of 8 yrs give my son his last name?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 20, 2014

Stop calling him a donor. Your son has a biological father. You will hurt your case in any court if you refer to bio dad as a donor. If you...

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Why did the Texas AG Office close my paternity case without conducting testing?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 20, 2014

You need to hire a lawyer. The AG does not represent you or your interests.

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Will I be able to have full custody of my daughter after divorce?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 20, 2014

You will probably have joint managing conservatorship, and receive child support. He'll have a Standard Possession Order. Talk with your lawyer...

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