Any idea what our visitation schedule will look like?

The answer depends largely on who the judge is, as well as where dad lives, but most judges will require significant contact. Every month contact...

How to go about getting visitation when father is not on the birth certificate but has proof of paternity?

It sounds like the father has waited so long this is not going to be an easy case. Regardless, he must file a petition for parenting time and lay...

What is the process to adopt my grandaughter? I have been her legal guardian for 11 years?

You have to file a petition to terminate the father's parental rights and for adoption. If your son has provided no support and had no contact for...

Can I take physical custody of my daughter?

If they've already filed and have been exercising custody to this point, it would be risky to try to unilaterally take custody of the child....

Do I still have to pay child support if my daughter lives with me?

If you were never ordered to pay any support, then you can't be held in contempt for not paying it. If your daughter is now living with you, your...

If your ex has sued to attach your car and sell it for arrears, or if the child support order gave them that ability, then yes, they can take the...

Does my ex not have to pay child support if he married someone with kids?

Every parent owes their children support. So he will continue to owe support to you for the children you share. He may, however, receive a small...

IF a DV case was dismissed and closed by an attorney.Will it show on fingerprints background checks?

If the case is not sealed, then the arrest will come up in most sophisticated (NCIC-level) background checks. It may also come up in ordinary...

Can i get full custody

I agree with Ms. Whtibeck. I will add that if mom has abandoned the children (no contact or support for more than six months), you might be able to...

Will i have a good chance of ring custody of children while father is in prison and his current wife has temporary guardianship?

Parents always have superior rights to non-parents, though a lot will depend upon your legal situation. If the Court ordered step-mom have a...