Do i really need a lawyer to file for petition to modify custody in the state of oregon? im from california?
i have the papers to file. is it possible that i could just file the paper myself if i have already all the supporting documents and written documentaries to support my case. I am going against a relative not the birthfather. He had surrendered his rights already and i wasn't able to attend to the hearing so the grandparent's were ruled on them by default. Just serious answers please no rude comments. Thank you.
2007-02-21 13:25:20 · 6 answers · asked by whyalwaysbadthingshappen 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
you have to move the papers to Oregon or do them In California. they have to be done where they are filed unless you transfer the work.
2007-02-21 14:03:56 · answer #1 · answered by Grandma of six 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't say what your relationship is to the child. In many states there are statutory provisions that recognize "grandparent rights". Unless your relationship lays a stronger claim for a modification of custody AND the court sees it is "in the best interest of the child" . . . perhaps after the evaluation by a custody evaluator . . . then you have little chance for modification.
Normally, simple custody modifications may be done in some states by filing a set of forms. Your case is more complicated and you WILL need a lawyer and likely WILL need to make an appearance before the Court.
2007-02-21 13:48:25 · answer #2 · answered by morahastits 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think as long as you are sure your papers are correct and are the same a lawyer would file, that you could file them yourself. Have you talked to the grandparents yet? Are they willing to give you custody without going to court? You really need to check with a lawyer in your state. A lot of them will let you have a first consultation and not have to pay. Call a family court in your area and ask them what the laws are.
2007-02-21 13:48:57 · answer #3 · answered by eharrah1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are going to have to find a lawyer in the state where you child resides. It's very costly to find a lawyer in the state you are in and fly them back and forth not to mention, they will be hourly the entire trip. It's more cost efficient to find a lawyer in the state you will be fighting. Also, you will have to prove that you are going to give the child the same or better care he/she is getting now. Unless the child is of age in that state to "make his own decision as to where he /she chooses to live" In Texas, that age is thirteen. You can probably file the paperwork yourself from the state that you are in, but you will need a lawyer, especially if they are going to fight back and try to keep your child. Put him/her on your medical insurance. Fix them a bedroom, and take pictures of everything. Also, find character witnesses and make sure you take along support when it's time for court. Remember, most states feel that the natural parent's is where a child belongs, so you better have a very good reason for not showing up last time, and proof that it won't happen again. Good luck.
2007-02-21 14:00:57 · answer #4 · answered by Ofie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-17 08:29:17 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
really ANYtime you modify any decree, you need a lawyer
2007-02-21 13:38:44 · answer #6 · answered by bronzebabekentucky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋