How can I common law change my child's surname in Oregon?

The name used on her passport will be the name on her birth certificate.

How can I force someone to pay child support that is ordered and is over $45,000?

Chances are CSD has already suspended his drivers license and all employment licenses and permits. If that does not push him to start making...

My ex's girlfriend just picked up my daughter without my permission and with out prior knowledge. Is she allowed to do that?

Unfortunately, you are between a rock and a hard place. Sounds like you have a defiant teenager. Your ex is allowed to "appoint" another adult to...

I have a 24 yr old that wants visitation rights with his half siblings in Oregon

Does he have a Parenting Time order from the court? If not, you have no obligation to concede to his demands.

My ex's new girlfriend takes my kid's phone and locks it up during his parenting time. They can call me, but I can't call them.

Review your custody judgment. It is likely to say that you are entitled to phone access to the children at reasonable hours. Take the judgment to...

Maybe yes, maybe no. Probably not, but you need to discuss the details with a divorce attorney who is also familiar with probate. By the way, you...

Hi, My common law husband recently passed away& I got a letter from the state asking for money, Do I have to pay them?¿

I am sorry to tell you, if HE owed the State money (for example, Medicaid), the house must be sold so they get paid off. I HOPE he had a will...

What do I need to do to be able to move to another city ( about 175 miles away) with my daughters?

The court doesn't care if you move, but they DO care if your kids move. Your best action is 1) meet with a custody attorney to learn all your...

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My husband may be deported will he be able to take my son w/ him?

Boy oh boy! If your custody judgment was drafted by an attorney, it most likely has the 60 mile limit. Thus, if he is able to get your son out of...

Can his mom do anything about me moving to arizona if we have no legal contract just a 50/50 verbal agreement

The court does not care if you move to Arizona; BUT, if you take your son, it will be very easy to her to get a court order requiring his return. ...