If you have a child born in California and you are not married to the father can you leave the state with the child

People and children can move freely between any state in the US - the birth place doesn't limit where they can live. But, the place that a child...

Am I required to obtain guardianship of my child who is 18 and is mentally incapable of caring for herself? what if I don't?

You would not be legally obligated to set up a guardianship - but it is certainly the best thing for you to do. Otherwise your daughter is a...

I am in search of an attorney, can anyone help me if I'm low income and need someone asap?

Have you gone to mediation yet? In Multnomah County and some other counties you can get an order that requires you and the other parent to attend...

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You are going to need to consult with an attorney to figure out what you can do to fix this. You will need to bring a copy of the divorce decree...

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

I really don't understand what you are trying to do. The only binding agreements with respect to marriage are a prenuptial agreement, which you...

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

As I explain in a comment below an appeal is not likely to solve your problem because it will be limited to the appellate court reading what was...

I am filing for divorce, we have been separated for 3 years now. My kids and I are afraid for our lives and do not want him to

There is a way to file for divorce without disclosing your location if you fear domestic violence. You will need to get help to figure out how...

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If I sign my rights away for my child to love with his dad would I still pay child support and how do I do it?

Child support is a legal obligation that both parents owe to their child and it cannot be waived. However a new parent can be substituted, so if...

Some freeways are also interstate highways, and bicyclists can use them for transit. This is true for parts of Highway 26. There are also some...

Do I need an attorney to obtain guardianship of my grandson?

You should absolutely get an attorney to help you with this. Understand that the biological parents are presumed to act in the best interest of...