I need a probono attorney to handle custody of a child that has been w/me since birth?
364059
Most cities have some sort of legal aid kind of place for poor people.  Contact a social welfare office and see if you can get a referral.  Good luck!
731439
I'm sure it depends on the state you live in, take Okla. If the noncustodial parent hasn't paid support for 12 out of 14 mos. it's pretty easy. I'd check with a lawyer, you'll need one anyway and most will give you a free consult.
350773
SOUNDS LIKE YOUR SITUATION IS SIMILAR TO THE ONE I WAS IN SIX YEARS AGO.    IT'S TOUGH TO FIND A pro bono FAMILY LAW LAWYER.  LEGAL AID USUALLY WON'T TOUCH CUSTODY CASES.  LET'S FACE IT, MOST LAWYERS ARE UNETHICAL.  THEY DON'T WORK FOR GOOD FEELINGS OR GOOD CAUSES.  THEY ARE PAID TO LIE FOR BIG BUCKS.  WHAT MAKES THEM HAPPY IS POWER AND MONEY.  (Lawyers,  I said MOST,  not ALL).  SORRY TO BE SO BLUNT HERE, BUT,  IT'S THE TRUTH.  I WISH YOU ALL THE LUCK IN THE WORLD.  I SUGGEST YOU START PREPARING TO LOSE YOUR CASE OR GIVE IT UP WHILE YOU STILL HAVE YOUR SANITY.\n\nI WISH YOU ALL THE LUCK IN THE WORLD.  :>)
795623
You may go to www. probono.com for initial guidance but after that you should go and personally meet the lawyer concerned for legal assistance. For torts on account of personal loss or injury, you can contact a civil lawyer who deals with accident claims and medical negligence matters.
296802
Try floridalegal.org/ProBono/fpbca\n\ngood luck
205771
Yes. Talk to a probate lawyer right now!
513916
Your best option would be to get both of the child's parents to sign over their rights to the child, and to leave the child in your care.  If this isn't possible, I would try contacting the Department of Child and Family Services Agency in your area and ask them, if they can help in any way.  You will probably need a lawyer to draw up the paper work, but I'm sure that it would be in every ones, especially your grandsons, best interest to keep it out of the courtroom, if at all possible.  Best of luck to you, and God bless.
189035
Call a lawyer. They can write up a power of attorney agreement for fairly cheap. Then, all the parties sign and you get it notarized. You can specify how long or how short you want the custody for in the agreement.\n\nGood luck!
627915
You have to call Barabdos embassy officially with your situation and to ask them to tell him about your kid.\nAt least he sould take his responsibility toward his kid ...
1085551
get a lawyer and as soon as the baby is born get a paternity test and then visitation... don't talk to her at all though! Good luck.
59051
I was a stay at home mom.  I just went through a divorce and had no money when it first started.  They have Lawyers that will go by your income.  Even if you have no income they are out there.  They are called Probono lawyers.  I don't know if that is how you spell it.  Call any lawyer and tell them you have no money can they direct you to a probono lawyer.
997753
Yes, you need to take this deadbeat to court.  I don't know where you live, so it I can't give you any specific advice, but every city has people (usually in the family assistance office) that can help you with the paperwork.\n\nYou may not want to see this guy again, but your child--HIS child--needs financial support, and you should get it for your daughter.
504467
do you have an attorney? i do know that in the state of TX you can ask him be given supervised visitation where you can designate someone who has to be there every time he has the child and in some cases you can even say where he has to be during that time i went through something similar with my daughter in the end he gave up all rights to her so it is OK now but there are options you will just need a good attorney to make sure that you are utilizing the system to your advantage
549235
file it with the probate court, get an attorney
429067
First, look in your area to legal aid. They may go under a different name, so if you can't find it, call the local bar association.\nAdditionally, ask at the local bar if it has its own pro bono legal service. Many local bars have such, but if they don't, they should be able very quickly and easily to point you to someone who can provide free legal assistance.\nIs there a law school nearby? They may also have the capabilities, through student run (attorney supervised) clinics.
424533
you would probably be better off going with guardianship if all parties are willing.  talk to a lawyer who specializes in family law, should cost less than 50 bucks for a little advise to get you started.
9542
Look up the local police, or child protective services. Both should be in the front of any phonebook.