How to establish paternity

You need to retain an attorney to try and locate her. Any lawsuit is going to be unsuccessful until she can be served. Search for an attorney in...

It really depends. She can ask for attorneys fees following trials on custody, child support, post separation support and/or alimony. Whether or...

Can my son move out of his dads and in with me when he turns 18

Yes, when he turns 18 he can live wherever he wants. Even if you had a custody order in place, it is only enforceable until the child's 18th...

How can I protect my credit history when my separated husband gives our jointly owned house up for foreclosure

Yes, you need to file a complaint for equitable distribution of property, (as well as post separation support, alimony, custody and child support...

If you cash an estate settlement check is that saying you agree with the terms and amount paid?

You should have to sign a receipt and release before they give you the check that acknowledges your receipt of the money and includes some other...

Apply for a court appointed attorney for the criminal charges. Definitely don't attempt to represent yourself. Regarding custody, if there has...

Can a father get out of paying support indefinitely by providing a doctor's note?

You should retain private counsel to pursue the child support claim. I don't think what the case worker told you is 100% accurate. Beyond that,...

Your old case won't necessarily be reopened, but if DSS is involved and your name is floated as a potential placement they will absolutely do a...

Is it bad faith for my husband to quit paying bills when he said he would keep taking care of them?

You're both responsible for bills related to marital expenses. We're missing a TON of information that would be required to give you a complete...

If there is no custody order in place, neither parent is required to return the child to the other. Of course, this almost always begins a game of...