how do i get custody of my child without a lawyer

by Chelsie McDermott DVM 9 min read

For parents who want to file for child custody but who cannot afford a lawyer, filing pro se is a viable alternative.
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File a Petition for Custody
  1. Proof of paternity or legal parentage7.
  2. Child's birth certificate.
  3. Any existing orders related to the child.
Jul 10, 2018

Do I need an attorney for a custody dispute?

You can do this without a lawyer, but you'll need to present this agreement to the local court for a judge's approval. If you try to skip the court altogether, you put yourself at risk. More often than you'd imagine, the parent giving up custody will have a change of heart after a while and then denies there ever was any agreement.

Can I file for child custody without an attorney?

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How do I arrange a child custody agreement without court?

Can I give custody of my child to a family member?

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