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You may move. Once you have been there six months you may file for divorce there. If he files here before then then you will need a lawyer here.
"Papers for Custody" is not a legal action. I don't know what you filed since a single mother has custody of the child prior to any action to... Read Answer
There are no cost of living increases in child support. Seeing your son has nothing to do with paying support. You have to pay until he turns 18 or... Read Answer
My first suggestion is that you consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area to discuss this matter. In Arizona there are forms... Read Answer
You have two separate questions. First is it legal. There apparently nothing in the order that prevents it, so it appears to be legal. Second, is... Read Answer
You are not entitled to information, but you should register with the State of Texas Paternity Registry so that she cannot put the child up for... Read Answer
I think that if she takes you to court, she will find that you are right and she is wrong. Tell her to consult with a local attorney before taking... Read Answer
You should be speaking with either the attorney that represented you in this matter, or at least a local family law attorney to discuss this matter. ... Read Answer
The written promise to pay MIGHT be enforceable.
Get a court order by hiring a lawyer.
If your ex-husband's income is more than yours, he would have to pay you child support even if you have joint shared custody of your son.
You can get the court to look at custody and support issue again.
If there has been a material and substantial change in circumstances and he makes substantially more than you, you can ask for a change in the child... Read Answer
In Arizona child support is calculated based upon certain guidelines. You should be aware that the income of his new wife is not a part of the... Read Answer
You could probably get some child support but it will not be alot because he will pay 17.5 percent of his income and you will pay 20% of your... Read Answer
No, if the counterclaim was dismissed with prejudice, you cannot go back. You might have a claim against your attorney if he went against your... Read Answer
They can be ordered to pay you back, but you will have to pay a lawyer up front to get the process started. Kids are expensive, but it sounds like... Read Answer
You will definitely need a lawyer. The time to act is now.
You should consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area to discuss this matter. Be prepared to be specific about how the children... Read Answer
Form the description given it would appear that the judge has erred in trying to preserve the relationship of the half-siblings. An appeal might be... Read Answer
Just something child support does. You should be asking for your daughter's portion of the SSD as your daughter's custodian.