I have read the three attorney responses below, and agree in part. Your question does not really give us enough information to tell you whether...

Can my former boyfriend get joint legal custody over my 11 month old son, that he has never seen, once paternity is established?

The short answer is most likely a "yes". In California, there is a preference for joint legal and physical custody of a child. If a parent wishes...

Continuing Custody Trial?

You have many possible remedies. First, if there is currently a court order that allows you specific and enforceable time, you may go to local law...

My daughter is 17, 18 in a year, has lived with me for 100% of the time for the last 3-4 years, original custody was 50-50

Your child is likely of "sufficient age and maturity" to have her wishes taken into consideration when determining custody and visitation. If the...

My partner and I are currently fostering a child. A judge has decided the mother deserves a second chance. What are our options?

First, I strongly suggest that you meet with a specialist in your county. This is a cross over between juvenile dependency (fostering) and family...

My ex & I have 50/50 custody. My ex gave me a week's notice & moved to Tex. Both our family r in the midwest, I want to relocate

Did he move with or without the children? Where do you want to move? Have you asked him about the proposed move? Would the move make the children...

Do the courts typically grant custody to the mother?

First, you are not legally married to her, therefore community property laws do not apply to the two of you. (Generally speaking.) Unless you took...

What are my rights? Who do I need to approach? Can he really get 50/50 with no job and a history of neglect?

There are many possible ways that you can get help. There must be a Legal Aid in your city. Further you can go to the Department of Child Support...

My girlfriend is pregnant with my child. We are not geting along anymore. She has already threatend me I cant see my child.

You can immediately file a Parentage action. You would file a Petition, Summons and Declaration under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction...

Can i move out of state with my son?

The short answer is it depends. Yes, it is legally possible. Because there are no custody orders you may move, as there is nothing filed with the...