He didnt mention anything about our infant child as far as custody or anything goes except for the fact that he has not been allowed to see her. I am confused I did speak briefly with an attorney who does not seem to think these papers are even certifiable. However the judge approved them and allowed me to be served with them.
2006-10-05 04:00:29 · 11 answers · asked by Dont give a ***t anymore 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Did I forget to mention? He does not have an attorney, and the papers we filed in with handwriting, then notirized... It was filed at the courthouse.
2006-10-05 04:35:31 · update #1
Custody and child support MUST be addressed. You can contact a paralegal, but they won't give you legal advice. They will help you prepare the response. IMPORTANT NOTE: Be very precise and detailed on everything. real estate, visitation schedule, personal assets, bills, etc. If not, it will definately come back to haunt you. Don't let child support stop when the child is 18, make sure it goes through the end of high school or 18, whichever comes later.
2006-10-05 04:03:53 · answer #1 · answered by MiMi 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First and foremost: never ignore legal documents.
Don't panic, there is plenty that you can do.
Contact the court and ask them to refer you to a free lawyer.
They can inform you as to eligibility and so on.
If you are ineligible, there is still Legal Aid but they are often booked up with a waiting list.
You can appear pro se (meaning you're representing yourself).
Make sure you show up on the court date with or without a lawyer. You can always get an adjournment to allow you to find a lawyer, if need be.
Read the papers. They will tell you what is involved. Most courts address the custody and support issues during the divorce proceedings. Be advised that a parent always has the right to see the child. The non-custodial parent will HAVE to pay child support unless there is absolutely no income of any kind. In such a case the court can direct him/her to get a job or sell assets. The court may even award you maintenance (alimony) if you make less than he does. They often award the house or apartment to the custodial parent. This would depend on circumstances of course.
Good luck.
2006-10-05 12:12:54 · answer #2 · answered by Sweet Mystery of Life 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't necessary mean the judge approve it. It just means that he was allowed to file and you be served. The judge will approve after you sign. Whether he is allow to see the child, he is responsible to pay child support or to make some provisions for the child. You can go to legal services in your area to have them look over the papers before you sign anything. Because if the child was not mentioned then its not accurate.
2006-10-05 11:12:28 · answer #3 · answered by kitcat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do what ever you need to do to get a lawyer to represent your interests and those of your infant child. Since the child isn't mentioned (other than he's not seeing her), I guess child support isn't listed either. You need to get a lawyer. Borrow the money from family and friends if necessary. Eat PB&J for dinner. Do whatever you need to do. Otherwise the cost to you and your child will be significant, and may truly impact the remainder of your lives. Be smart, protect yourself and your child. My heart goes out to you - good luck.
2006-10-05 11:04:21 · answer #4 · answered by sassybree1979 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont know what city you are in, but I would suggest you make arrangements for the two of you to sit in front of his lawyer to discuss the divorce papers. Provision must be made for maintenance for your child. Also you must allow him to see her, as he is her father, and you are not being fair to the child. Do you have legal aid in your town.? Make enquiries and act quickly. Have everything in writing and made an order of the court, or it will cost you a lot of money aftewards.
2006-10-05 11:06:44 · answer #5 · answered by Vonnie S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
file with your localdepartment of social services for child support.. they dont necessarily have to be dont in the divorce papers make sure you appear in court though if you wanna contest it,, you can and dont need an attorney to represent yourself..you can find necessary paperwork in the library if you wish to file an ammendment to the decree
2006-10-05 11:07:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
read them again, it wasnt the judge that signed them it was the county clerk,
I dont know where you live, but check to see if there is legal service to answer questions, also search on google for your county or town and sometimes they have post a question for a lawyer,
I would look at filing a child supprt modification against him, cost 35 bucks usually,, you said if I remember correctly he has not paid,
2006-10-05 11:11:42 · answer #7 · answered by rich2481 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your local University or College. Set up an appointment with Legal Aide. I have used them and they did good by me.
2006-10-05 11:04:30 · answer #8 · answered by Vida 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1st -- if the judge signed them - then they are certifiable.
2nd -- There are usally state backed programs that help someone if your situation - call the court house and see if they know of the programs that wil put you in contact with a Lawyer that will do it "probono" or www.probono.net/
2006-10-05 11:06:08 · answer #9 · answered by brainfreeze007 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find legal aid for your community.. You may only need to sign papers.
2006-10-05 11:15:41 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋