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Was the DNA done under a court order in an open Suit Affecting Parent-Child Relationship (SAPCR)? If not, you should file a SAPCR and get your parental rights established. You could contact the Attorney General's office and ask them to open the case for you.
Was the DNA done under a court order in an open Suit Affecting Parent-Child Relationship (SAPCR)? If not, you should file a SAPCR and get your... Read More

Can my mother stop me from seeing my Father.

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Lori Nevias   |   1 Answer
NO. Not only doesn't your mom have the right to stop you from seeing your dad, it is her JOB as a mother to foster a healthy relationship between you and your father- and court cases say so.  Your mother may have full custody, but unless there's something you're not telling me, there is a court order that gives your father visitation rights with you and your siblings. If your mother prevents you from seeing him, she is in violation of that court order.  Your mother is not allowed to use you as a weapon in her fights with your father, because that is emotionally harmful to YOU- and is considered parental interference, which could be grounds for taking away custody from your mother and giving it to your father. (In which case he wouldn't have to pay her child support- she might have to pay HIM.) Your father is the one who needs to tell your mother to stop using you and your siblings as pawns, and threaten to take her to court for violating the visitation order or even for a change of custody if she doesn't allow you to see him.  YOU should not threaten your mother with this- it's not your job. Your father shouldn't be putting you in the middle of this with his passivity. This is HIS fight. You want to see your dad, he wants to see you- just go see him.  Let your father handle your mother, and protect you from the fallout.  Feel free to show your parents your question and my response to your question, if you like.  They should know how you feel, what they should be doing/not doing to keep you out of their fights, that they should be encouraging you and your siblings to spend time with both parents, and the consequences (especially for your mother) if they don't.     ... Read More
NO. Not only doesn't your mom have the right to stop you from seeing your dad, it is her JOB as a mother to foster a healthy relationship between you... Read More

Visitations

Answered 8 years ago by Stephanie Elizabeth Emanuel (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you don't already have a current custody/visitation established, you will need to do so. That is the only way to utilize your parental rights through court enforcement. If you already have them established, you will need to file a contempt of court if she is violating the court order. Case like this can cost anywhere from $2,500 to $4,500 depending on who you go to. If you decide to represent yourself as a PRO SE, you can keep the costs to a minimum with a legal specialist assistance. Feel free to contact my office and speak with a case manager at 877-866-8665 or email help@smsattorneys.com to go over your options. Licensed in New York and New Jersey but we do assist PRO SE in your state. Looking forward to hearing from you.... Read More
If you don't already have a current custody/visitation established, you will need to do so. That is the only way to utilize your parental rights... Read More

Iโ€™m not on the birth certificate, so what will have to do to get visitation rights for my son?

Answered 8 years and a month ago by NA smsattorney@gmail.com (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Denzel, you will need to work with a competent attorney. You will need to establish paternity through court and than file a claim for child custody and visitation. As long as you have documented evidence of paying her mother weekly, you have a strong case. We are based in New York but we do provide services in your state, as well as have monthly payment plans available. Above answer and comments to questions are for general purposes only. Feel free to call 1-877-866-8665 Ahsan Syed, Case Manager. ... Read More
Denzel, you will need to work with a competent attorney. You will need to establish paternity through court and than file a claim for child custody... Read More

I pay my child support every week, court is coming up and can't make it, will i get in trouble? need a lawyer to help , please?

Answered 8 years and a month ago by NA smsattorney@gmail.com (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Hey Andrew, We can certainly try to help you evaluate your options. We are based in New York we are currently not taking any more court appearances from Texas and only offering PRO SE services. Feel free to give us a call or text for a free 15-minute consultation. Thank You. Toll-Free 1-877-866-8665 Ahsan Syed, Case Manager.... Read More
Hey Andrew, We can certainly try to help you evaluate your options. We are based in New York we are currently not taking any more court... Read More

Do I have any rights to my children?

Answered 8 years and a month ago by NA smsattorney@gmail.com (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
As a father, you have the right to visit them and custody unless you are mentally and financially unfit. We can certainly try to help you evaluate your options. Feel free to give us a call or text for a free consultation. Thank You. Toll-Free 1-877-866-8665 Ahsan Syed, Case Manager
As a father, you have the right to visit them and custody unless you are mentally and financially unfit. We can certainly try to help you evaluate... Read More
You can petition the court for visitation. We can certainly try to help you evaluate your options. Feel free to give us a call or text for a free consultation. Thank You. Toll-Free 1-877-866-8665 Ahsan Syed, Case Manager
You can petition the court for visitation. We can certainly try to help you evaluate your options. Feel free to give us a call or text for a free... Read More

Can i loose my daughter

Answered 8 years and a month ago by NA smsattorney@gmail.com (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The facts of the matter depend on the court orders. Please review any documents you have regarding the visitation and custody, if there are any. We can certainly try to help you evaluate your options. Feel free to give us a call or text for a free consultation. Thank You. Toll-Free 1-877-866-8665 Ahsan Syed, Case Manager... Read More
The facts of the matter depend on the court orders. Please review any documents you have regarding the visitation and custody, if there are any. We... Read More
You should still go to court to establish custody.
You should still go to court to establish custody.

Avoiding contempt of court

Answered 8 years and a month ago by NA smsattorney@gmail.com (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You will need a lawyer to make sure you get your rights secured. If the child refuses to go, it's on the child, not the father, unless one can prove the child has been brainwashed and manipulated. We can certainly assist you. Feel free to give us a call for a free consultation. Thank You. Toll-Free 1-877-866-8665 // Child Custody Lawyer in NC.... Read More
You will need a lawyer to make sure you get your rights secured. If the child refuses to go, it's on the child, not the father, unless one can prove... Read More
You need an attorney that looks out for the fathers. Because many lawyers prefer to represent women, to make it an easy case for them. Father rights are normally neglected. Let her do what she wants, you will always be the child father if it's your DNA. When the child is born, even if she does not put you on the birth certificate, don't force her, just inform her that you are the father and the child deserves your name. If she refuses and put someone else, it will make her look bad in court when you petition for a paternity test and the court put you on the birth certificate. This way you will have an advantage in the case and she will look bad and most likely who you hire as your attorney, if its us, we may even be able to fight to get you custody of the child and win. :) Make sure you know when the child is going to be born, at what hospital, and her current address. You should serve her for paternity 2 days after the child is born and she put someone else on the birth certificate. Call my office for a free consultation. Please keep in mind that not all lawyers are same. Therefore be very cautious as to which attorney or law firm you chose to work with. We are based in New York but my network of SMS ATTORNEYS does travel out of state for clients. If you would like to retain our services while on a limited budget, do let us know and we will try to do our best to offer payment plans option. Feel free to give us a call for a free consultation. Ahsan Syed answer and comments to questions are for general purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or establish an attorney-client relationship with SMS ATTORNEYS without a signed retainer. Thank You. Toll-Free 1-877-866-8665 // Child Custody Lawyer in IN.... Read More
You need an attorney that looks out for the fathers. Because many lawyers prefer to represent women, to make it an easy case for them. Father rights... Read More

I am the father and want to know if i am responsible for picking my child up from school?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by NA smsattorney@gmail.com (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Did the court order require you to pick up the child or is it something that the children mother started to do with you? You are not liable to do that unless you both feel to do so without a court order. If you can manage to pick them up, you can use this as a quality time spent on going or coming from school. If you really can't pick them up because you need rest, then you should simply be straightforward. I highly doubt that she will want to go to court just to get you to pick the kids up from school. If that does happen, contact me and we will work to resolve things. Above answer and comments to questions are for general purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or establishes an attorney-client relationship without a signed retainer. Please reach out to an attorney you are comfortable with working and discussing your case in more details. If you can not afford a private attorney, you may be eligible for a Pro Bono lawyer provided by some courts and if not, feel free to ask about our affordable payment plans.... Read More
Did the court order require you to pick up the child or is it something that the children mother started to do with you? You are not liable to... Read More
You have the right to be in the child’s life regardless of your mairtal status. You are a student right now you should also look for and secure a part time job because when the baby is born the mother might put you on child support. When she ask you for money to help raise the baby you can petition to the court to be in the child life by requesting visitation to see the child and be able to do video visitation like FaceTime etc. be cautious in who you chose to hire as an attorney. Michigan Attorney retainers start at $3,000 for a good lawyer. Best lawyer is $5,000 and a great lawyer is $7,000. Contact us if you would like to discuss more in a free consultation.... Read More
You have the right to be in the child’s life regardless of your mairtal status. You are a student right now you should also look for and secure... Read More

What legal action can I pursue..With visitation with my son.

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by NA smsattorney@gmail.com (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Who allowed the move? Was the move legal? Usually in custody cases, one can not leave the state or city without permission from the other parent or court. If she went without permission, we can get the court to bring her back, if she refuses they can bring the child back. I want to know if this is parental kidnapping or not? Please contact my office when you have time to go over the case details.... Read More
Who allowed the move? Was the move legal? Usually in custody cases, one can not leave the state or city without permission from the other parent or... Read More

Who is responsible for transportation in visitation?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by NA smsattorney@gmail.com (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If it’s not a court order the transportation is between the two of you to work out. Unless she don’t agree and cooperate than you can go to court have to judge so meet half way transportation and if she does not cooperate file for contemp if it persists you can get the judge to give you the custody and give her visitation. Contact me if you need further assistance ... Read More
If it’s not a court order the transportation is between the two of you to work out. Unless she don’t agree and cooperate than you can go... Read More

what are the steps to find out the information regarding my dads arrest ?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by NA smsattorney@gmail.com (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can start with a background search on public records. Beware of many sites promising details but they don’t have accurate data. You can do a foil request to the police department and foil the state records as well. You can work with a firm to assist you as well. Review my profile and contact me when you have time I might be able to help with a thing or two.... Read More
You can start with a background search on public records. Beware of many sites promising details but they don’t have accurate data. You can do... Read More