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Custody Case Dismissal Options
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In New York, if youre named in a custody case, establishing non-paternity is crucial for dismissal. Legal representation can expedite this process. Court-appointed attorneys might be available even if you slightly exceed income limits. Consulting a family law attorney could provide clarity and possibly expedite your dismissal from the case. Lawyers can practice in multiple counties within a state, and some offer remote consultations. Consider seeking advice from another family law attorney for a fresh perspective or exploring online legal services.Full Conversation
I’m trying to decide if I need to hire my own lawyer and pay a large retainer. I’ve been named as a possible biological father in a custody case involving a *-year-old child, but I’ve never had any contact or communication about this child. The acting father appears to have assumed I was a legal parent and included me in the lawsuit.
At the first hearing, the acting father’s attorney said they had learned I’m not a legal parent and asked about removing me. The judge said I should attend the next hearing and that additional steps might be needed to clarify paternity. I’m being sent an application for a court-appointed attorney, but I may make slightly too much to qualify.
All I want is to be dismissed from the case. Could I instead consult the attorney I previously met with and have her send a letter or coordinate getting me dismissed, so I don’t have to go through a full parentage process?
Hey ****! It sounds like a challenging situation. You could consult the attorney you previously met with to see if a letter or negotiation can help dismiss you from the case. Sometimes, legal representation can expedite such matters, even without a full parentage process. Have you discussed this option with your previous attorney?
The attorney said at first that a letter could be written but then was just like, well just show up and I bet theyll just dismiss you. But... here we are.
Hey ****! It seems like a bit of a tricky spot. Here are some general points you might consider:
- In North Carolina, if you're named in a custody case, you may need to establish non-paternity to be dismissed.
- A court-appointed attorney could assist you if you're slightly over the income threshold.
- Consulting a family law attorney might provide clarity and possibly expedite your dismissal from the case.
Have you considered seeking advice from another attorney who specializes in family law to see if they can provide a different perspective?
- In North Carolina, if you're named in a custody case, you may need to establish non-paternity to be dismissed.
- A court-appointed attorney could assist you if you're slightly over the income threshold.
- Consulting a family law attorney might provide clarity and possibly expedite your dismissal from the case.
Have you considered seeking advice from another attorney who specializes in family law to see if they can provide a different perspective?
This is in NY
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Hey ****! Navigating custody cases can be complex. Here are some general things you might consider in New York:
- Legal representation can help clarify paternity and expedite dismissal.
- Court-appointed attorneys might be available even if you slightly exceed income limits.
- Seeking advice from another family law attorney could provide a fresh perspective.
Have you checked if you qualify for a court-appointed attorney despite your income level?
Hey ****! Navigating custody cases can be complex. Here are some general things you might consider in New York:
- Legal representation can help clarify paternity and expedite dismissal.
- Court-appointed attorneys might be available even if you slightly exceed income limits.
- Seeking advice from another family law attorney could provide a fresh perspective.
Have you checked if you qualify for a court-appointed attorney despite your income level?
Do you think its still possible to be dismissed soon
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Hey ****! It might be possible to be dismissed soon, especially if the acting father's attorney has already acknowledged you as not being the legal parent. Consulting with your previous attorney or another family law attorney could help expedite the process. Have you checked the income thresholds for a court-appointed attorney, or considered negotiating with the acting father's attorney directly?
Hey ****! It might be possible to be dismissed soon, especially if the acting father's attorney has already acknowledged you as not being the legal parent. Consulting with your previous attorney or another family law attorney could help expedite the process. Have you checked the income thresholds for a court-appointed attorney, or considered negotiating with the acting father's attorney directly?
It looks like the acting father's attorney requested that I be dismissed in the initial hearing but the judge didnt bite
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Hey ****! It sounds like there's potential for dismissal since the acting father's attorney has already acknowledged your non-parent status. Consulting with your previous attorney or another family law attorney might help expedite the process. Have you checked the income thresholds for a court-appointed attorney, or considered negotiating directly with the acting father's attorney?
Hey ****! It sounds like there's potential for dismissal since the acting father's attorney has already acknowledged your non-parent status. Consulting with your previous attorney or another family law attorney might help expedite the process. Have you checked the income thresholds for a court-appointed attorney, or considered negotiating directly with the acting father's attorney?
Just answered your question
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Hey ****, it sounds like you're in a bit of a predicament. Since the acting father's attorney has already acknowledged you're not the legal parent, there's a possibility for dismissal. Consulting with a family law attorney might help expedite this process. Have you considered negotiating directly with the acting father's attorney to resolve this?
Hey ****, it sounds like you're in a bit of a predicament. Since the acting father's attorney has already acknowledged you're not the legal parent, there's a possibility for dismissal. Consulting with a family law attorney might help expedite this process. Have you considered negotiating directly with the acting father's attorney to resolve this?
Would it help to spend more money on an additional consult with the one I consulted before?
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Hey ****! Considering the complexity of your situation, consulting with a different family law attorney might provide new insights or approaches to expedite your dismissal. If your previous attorney was not proactive, seeking advice elsewhere could be beneficial. Have you explored other legal options or attorneys specializing in custody cases?
Hey ****! Considering the complexity of your situation, consulting with a different family law attorney might provide new insights or approaches to expedite your dismissal. If your previous attorney was not proactive, seeking advice elsewhere could be beneficial. Have you explored other legal options or attorneys specializing in custody cases?
its a small county and im not sure there are many options
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Hey ****, given the situation, consulting with another family law attorney could offer different strategies or insights. In smaller counties, options might be limited, but it could be worth exploring nearby areas or online consultations. Have you looked into nearby counties for legal representation or online legal services that might offer assistance?
Hey ****, given the situation, consulting with another family law attorney could offer different strategies or insights. In smaller counties, options might be limited, but it could be worth exploring nearby areas or online consultations. Have you looked into nearby counties for legal representation or online legal services that might offer assistance?
does a lawyer have to be in that county
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Hey ****! Generally, a lawyer doesn't have to be located in the same county where the case is being heard. Lawyers can often practice in multiple counties within a state, and some offer remote consultations. Have you considered looking for legal representation in nearby counties or online legal services?
Hey ****! Generally, a lawyer doesn't have to be located in the same county where the case is being heard. Lawyers can often practice in multiple counties within a state, and some offer remote consultations. Have you considered looking for legal representation in nearby counties or online legal services?
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