What steps should I be taking now to protect myself from a child custody battle?
When the baby is born, I suggest you do not sign the voluntary declaration of paternity since you are not sure that you are father. From that...
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When the baby is born, I suggest you do not sign the voluntary declaration of paternity since you are not sure that you are father. From that...
Unfortunately, there is a court order. Now, you have to go back to court to either vacate the order or modify it. You will definitely need an...
You can go back to court and request that the court modify the order since he has not visited with your son for 3-4 years. At the same time, you...
If judgment has already been entered and there is nothing allowing a modification without proving a change in circumstance, then it will be...
You have six months to set aside a default judgment. The family code also gives one to two years depending on the situation to file a default...
Yes, if he's working then the court will not make him quit his job so that he can attend visitation. The older the child gets, the more freedom the...
If they have been there 6 months or longer, then PA would have jurisdiction to make custody decisions. If your daughter is school age, a 40%...
Was there a court order granting him visitation? If so, has a judgment been entered? It depends where you are in the process to determine when...
If it's your first hearing, then you may be able to request a continuance so your attorney can attend. Your attorney will direct you as to what...
First make sure you move forward with your restraining order. I wouldn't suggest making any deals. As for termination of parental rights, you have...