Will i be able to collect child support after i sign the documents my ex sends me to give up his rights of our unborn child?

The court generally will not order a termination of parental rights if doing so would leave a child with only one parent responsible for his/her...

Is this an Independent or Relative adoption?

In California, adult adoptions are governed by California Family Code sections 9300-9307. The filing requirements for each county differ, though...

What are my chances of getting custody of my son

Short answer: yes, you can get petition the court for custody of your son. How you go about doing so and "what your chances are" of getting custody...

Getting ready for a divorce, what's my first step?

I agree with the previous two answers in that you need a legal representation. Moving forward with filing a Petition for Dissolution on behalf of...

What problems might I have if I dismiss my attorney in a divorce case, and finish it by filing the final papers myself?

The final filings will not take very much time to prepare and file. It is likely that your attorney will charge you for conversations surrounding...

How to train, encourage, or force unemployed ex-wife working?

The California Family Code requires the non-earning or lower-earning spouse to become self-supporting as soon as possible, even if that spouse has...

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What will it cost (ballpark) to have a contract drawn up for Gestational Surrogacy? And for a pre-birth order?

Are all parties located in IA? Your answer is entirely dependent on the attorney you hire. Some attorneys charge a flat fee for the preparation of...

Children adopted by ex wife's NEW husband, can ex wife still get FUTURE support from original father of kids?

As soon as the Adoption Order was final you (biological father) had no more rights or obligations as a legal parent. Therefore, medical care, child...

What is "request to enter default"?

If the Respondent did not respond to the Petition for Dissolution and Summons within 30 days of being served you are able to file a Request for a...

Can a child already adopted through foster care be adopted by a "step parent"...and can a name change be made?

A stepparent adoption would be the appropriate means to achieving your desired result. You must be legally married to your partner prior to...