Joint Custody Legal Steps

Summary

In North Carolina, you can file for custody without a lawyer by filing a Complaint for Custody in the clerks office of Catawba County Superior Court, serving the other parent, and attending the court hearing. The filing fee is around $202. Legal Aid of North Carolina offers free legal help to low-income individuals and can assist with paperwork and mediation services. Joint custody involves both legal and physical custody, ensuring the childs best interests.

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My husband doesn't want to be with me anymore and like separate but I don't want to take the kids at their house and away from him I just would like to get a place but I want to have a joint custody still and see my kids on the weekends and ultimate weekends too and see them during the week when they don't know School and I'm off of work I don't know how to go bathroom that without going to court and if I can go to court without a lawyer and do all that or I can go get a paper signed
Hello ****, I understand your situation. May I know your location to provide you with more relevant legal information about separation and joint custody?
Catawba County Hickory North Carolina
In North Carolina, you can file for custody without a lawyer. Here are the steps:
*. File a Complaint for Custody in the clerk's office of Catawba County Superior Court.
*. Serve the other parent with the complaint.
*. Attend the court hearing.
Remember, legal advice is based on general principles and may not apply to your specific situation. It's always best to consult with a local attorney.
How much does it cost to file for custody and if someone can help me fill out the paperwork
In North Carolina, the filing fee for custody is around $*. For assistance with paperwork, you can reach out to the Legal Aid of North Carolina. They offer free legal help to low-income individuals.
So the only way that this will work out if I have to file for custody that if I leave the house that it won't work out that I can see the kids on the weekend and how much would it cost for a mediator
In North Carolina:
- Filing for custody doesn't affect your visitation rights.
- Mediation costs vary, but it's often cheaper than a court case. Legal Aid of North Carolina can provide free or low-cost mediation services.
Remember, every case is unique and laws can change.
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Thank you for understanding, ****. If you have any more questions or need further clarity, feel free to ask. Remember, we're here to help you navigate this challenging time.
What is considered joint custody
Joint custody generally refers to two aspects:
*. Joint Legal Custody: Both parents have equal rights and responsibilities for major decisions regarding the child, like health and education.
*. Joint Physical Custody: The child spends substantial time with both parents.
Remember, the specifics can vary based on state laws and the child's best interest.
Can join cousin mean that I see the kids every other weekend is that consider joint custody
Joint custody typically involves sharing both physical and legal custody. Seeing your kids every other weekend might be part of a joint custody arrangement, but it will depend on the specific agreement and what the court deems in the best interest of the child.
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That's correct, ****. The ultimate goal of any custody arrangement is to ensure the child's best interests. If you have any more questions or need more information on joint custody, don't hesitate to ask.