What forms do I need to file?

File a Motion to Modify Custody on the grounds of a substantial change of circumstances. There are no "forms" for this. You have to know what to...

I purchased a home w/my daughters' name on the deed, not the mortgage. She lives in the house. Can I evict her for nonpayment?

It is unclear whether ONLY your daughter's name is on the Deed or whether your and your daughter's name is on the Deed. If the later, you can...

In your opinion what will the outcome for custody be granted to?

As between two natural parents, the judge is required to determine what is in the child's best interest. If she is unfit and you are fit, at first...

What effect does writing 'without prejudice' above you signature really have? Does it carry actual legal weight?

If a Court Order is entered "without prejudice" it has significant legal weight. It means that your rights have not been fully adjudicated (you...

Is there a law in North Carolina ( the fourth judicial law?) that dictates the child reside with each parent for 6 months?

There is no such law. After a separation, if both parties are fit -- judges often may award visitation every other weekend (not every weekend),...

Can a parent with joint custody take a 16 year old child to another state to get married

The Statute N.C. Gen. Stat. 51-2 appears to only require the signature of one parent who has "joint custody" for a child age sixteen or older to...

In your opinion what will the outcome for custody be granted to?

As between two natural parents, the judge is required to determine what is in the child's best interest. If she is unfit and you are fit, at first...

What kind of lawyer would i ned if i was to sue the state i'm living in?

IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SUE THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA! The state has Sovereign immunity unless they have consented to be sued (e.g., by waiving...

What can i do if my daughter isnt enrolled in school (at 7 yrs old) ?

Disagreements about the child's education and what is in the child's best interest regarding education are one basis for the court to modify child...

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My daughter's father told the Court at our first child support hearing that he wants a paternity test. Can he cheat a DNA test?

(1) He has a right to the DNA test and he cannot cheat it. It will show whether he is the father or not. (2) I suspect he either wants to know...