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I have a 4 year old son. I had him out of wedlock. I am married now and my current husband would like to adopt my son.
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Answered on September 03, 2011
Yes, you may have your husband adopt your child. You would request a step parent adoption. There are various procedures involved in the process,...
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If I lose my job and cannot make spousal support, am I obligated to make payments in arrears once employed again?
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Answered on September 02, 2011
Yes, you will still be required to pay the past due support. If you are unable to pay support, then you should file an OSC to Modify the Support...
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What happens after final divorce papers are filed?
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Answered on September 02, 2011
If you are requesting custody, support or property distribution, the Court may set a date for a default prove up hearing.
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When a child 8 years or 15 years does not want to visit the other parent. Why do the court have nonchalant feelings about them?
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Answered on September 02, 2011
If you have concerns about your children when they are with the other parent, then you should request that the court appoint minor's counsel or a...
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After divorce is final, what are my options regarding final paycheck when my ex resigned his job?
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Answered on September 02, 2011
If there are no existing support issues, then his final check would not impact you. If you are owed support, you can subpoena his employment...
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We have 2 young children, besides the time that they are in school, they are with me approximately 48% of the time.
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Answered on September 02, 2011
You are entitled to request child support and spousal support based on the income discrepancy and the amount of time each parent has the children. ...
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If no current child support is due and the custodial parent says that they will drop all arrears, can it be done thru the LCSA?
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Answered on September 02, 2011
Generally, a court does not have jurisdiction to approve a reduction in arrears unless there is a valid dispute as to the amount of arrears. If...
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I believe my ex is bad mouthing me to our son,can I do anything legally about this?
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Answered on August 24, 2011
If you are concerned that something is being said about you to your son, you may wish to request that the court make orders for counseling between...
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Can I lose custody?
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Answered on August 24, 2011
Where there is a contempt hearing, the burden is on the party alleging contempt to prove all allegations of the contempt. Since the case is deemed...
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In LA county, Ca, do you need fathers permission to change my childrens name if the father is a convicted sex offender
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Answered on August 24, 2011
You will need to notify the father if you know where he is located. He would have the opportunity to contest the name change, but given the...
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