If you have lived in NC for at least six months, NC has jurisdiction. You have to be separated for at least one year and one day (living under...

Custody of unborn child?

You should talk to an attorney in WV about WV custody laws. The only state with jurisdiction to determine custody is the state in which the child...

If a couple has helped raise a child since nearly birth have legal rights of visitation if the situation changes?

Unless there's a court order granting you some type of guardianship or joint custody, then you unfortunately have no rights to the child at the...

Why can't I find an attorney to take my case?

You should at least be able to schedule a consultation and review the paperwork with an attorney. After reviewing the facts an attorney may or may...

Can a child support order be modified by a written motion without a hearing?

Absolutely. You can file a motion to modify child support and then enter into a new consent order for the new child support amount.

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My ex came to pick up our 13 yr old son, but told him that he could stay. What can I do legally?

Do you have a custody order in place? What state was it entered in? You need to review the order and modify it if you are trying to change the...

What did you sign your ex husband's name onto? He doesn't have to consent to the divorce. Did he file a complaint for absolute divorce or did you?

If file an affidavit of legal name change, and have it notarized, will my status change also,

You need to file a petition for name change with the clerk of superior court in your county. You have to submit background checks, fingerprints,...

Is I am 17 years old and I have a diploma is dss still able to take custody

Yes, DSS can take custody of you until you turn 18.

Will a quitclaim deed release me from the mortgage obligation?

If you aren't divorced yet, now is the time to handle the mortgage issue. As the previous answer indicated, both parties are responsible. The...