What can I do so the father of my son won't get 50/50 custody? My son is 6months and the father has never met him.

You need to outline the history of your case to the court so the judge understands that they currently do not have a relationship. The procedure...

A question for family law attorney

It depends on what you are trying to use the letter for. If you're trying to enforce the visitation agreement (because your ex is not allowing...

What can I do please help me

Did you verbally agree to 50/50 or did you agree in writing? Are there any court orders yet? Your options depend on where you are in the case. If...

Child's mom is violating court orders, what should i do?

Depending on other circumstances (i.e. whether Mom has withheld visits/contact in the past, your other visitation rights, etc.) a modification of...

In California, if a spouse receives spousal and child support, will she have to pay income taxes on that? It's her only income?

Spousal support is taxable to the recipient but not child support. You should consult with an attorney about ways to maximize any support you may...

IS IT THE DEP. OF CHILD SUP. SERV. DUTY TO SEEK A MODIFICATION IF THEY SEE THAT YOU CANT PAY THE ORDERED AMOUNT.

You should contact DCSS, get a copy of your file, and review the case history with an attorney. You will then be able to see how she claims you...

I live in California, what should I do about a contempt filing in Colorado? I missed 4 allimony payments while unemployed.

You need to seek legal advice from an attorney who is authorized to practice in Colorado. Revise your search to connect with attorneys in that...

Stipulation to modify visitation

If it's just a stipulation, the signatures do not need to be notarized. If your agreement is meant to be included in a judgment, the signatures...

How does a US citizen adopt his permanent resident stepchild?

I agree with the other attorney. I updated your practice area to "child adoption" so attorneys from that practice area can answer. Good luck.

Our daughter who has a child died of cancer last year. Her husband has custody of the child. Do we have visitation rights too?

I agree with the prior response. Also, your initial filing is going to depend on whether the parents were married and also whether there has been...

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