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Yes, you can file an adoption without a attorney, but it sort of all depends on where you live, i live in Tennessee, but in some states you may need one. The best thing to do would be to go to the courthouse where you would fill out the papers and ask.
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∙ 12y agoYes, but it's not easy.
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If you have possessory custody. How can you get full custody?
You file a motion with the court.
What should you do if ex husband has full custody of our daughter but she has lived with mom for over a year without any support?
You can re-file in Family Court to amend the Full Custody and Support Order.
If father has no contact with child for first five years do you need to file for full custody?
No, you slowly make it harder, i.e. first use half, if father continues declining, file full custody
How do you apply for full custody in DC?
You would petition for custody at the family court in your jurisdiction. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in custody issues. There is a greater chance of success with an attorney who knows the law, knows the court and knows the personalities of the judges.
If a parent wants a DNA test Can the parent file for full custody?
yea
Do you need to engage a family lawyer if you are trying to keep full custody of your child?
Yes, it is necessary to hire an attorney if you are trying to keep full custody of your child. To learn more, visit www.lawyers.findlaw.com.
You have temp custody of 2 children that are not related to you for 1yr how do you get legal custody of them?
File a motion for full guardianship of a child in need of care.
Can you file for full custody for your child if his mother is filing for bankruptcy?
Well you can but the court will not find that a good reason to take custody away from her.
I'm trying to get custody of my younger sister my mom oks it but said she had signed court papers saying she gave full custody to my dad. Is this legal and or possible without going to court?
If the original decree gave full custody to the father, then only the father can relinquish said custody. You will need to hire an attorney to figure out the legal implications required to take on such a task. But is it possible to give away custody of her without going to court? All my mom did was sign papers and send them to my dad who has not even filed them.
How do you get full custody of your child who is 14 and living with her dad you have joint custody and she wants to live with her mom?
You must return to court to petition for a modification of the custody order. You should seek the advice of an attorney who specializes in custody issues.
If an 18 yo moves with mother but father has full custody can mother file for custody?
Generally, custody orders end at age eighteen and the child can choose where she wants to live.
Is it possible for a man in Illinois to file for divorce and have it granted and receive full custody of the children without the wife knowing about it?
In a divorce, the other spouse has to be notified of the motion for divorce, and they also have to be notified of your intention to sue for custody fo the children. So, no, it's not possible to be granted a divorce or custody of the children without the other spouse being notifiied of the intent.
