I am pregnant with baby #2 and am leaning towards adoption. What are the fathers rights in cases of unmarried couples.

This is way to complicated for this forum. See an experienced paternity or adoption lawyer right now.

Can my spouse and I amend a marriage certificate or draft a contract pertaining to the conditions in the event of a divorce?

I have done post-marriage agreements that specify certain results if a dissolution later occurs. It can be done. I do not know if this task...

My ex husband was awarded full custody of our five children less than a month ago, is there any appeal I can make?

There must be facts beyond what was posted. Was there a trial? Was there a record made. You indicated you had a lawyer at one time. You really...

My ex had custody and no longer wanted our son she gave him to me. I've had him for 3 months now. Would custody change be easy?

You should look into seeking a temporary status quo order, but do not do this without legal counsel.

My ex and I filed a stipulated agreement and it got returned for some additional info, but she is changing her mind, what to do?

I agree with Ms. Hays. There is a rapidly evolving body of law dealing with what is an enforceable agreement and what is not. You should consult...

Can't get back my keys nor my truck? The car's title is under my name and everything. Insurance ect.

Small claims court is not a procedural option in Oregon, as part of divorce. If a divorce is pending, file a motion for temporary relief seeking...

Contempt could work, but a better remedy is to file a motion to reduce your clam to judgment and then garnish on it. A better remedy would be to...

Petition to establish paternity when an AOP was signed by another man

call your local circuit court and see if they have a facilitator and forms for a paternity action. Otherwise, seek legal aid and/or Oregon state...

Do I have to fly to pick up my child and fly back if their mother refuses to let her fly alone?

This is very fact dependent. It depends a lot on age and maturity of the children. Are the children "on board" with this proposal? Some would...

I have served my spouse with divorce papers, no response after 40 days. what are my options?

You might be able to handle this yourself, but I suggest you consult an attorney. You might want to consider scheduling a "prima facie" hearing to...