What to do if I’m a father and have a job offer in another state?
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What to do if I’m a father and have a job offer in another state?
My ex and I have a 5 year old son that we’ve raised together thus far; she is pregnant with our 2nd child however we aren’t together. I’ve had a job offer to move out of state to make more money so I can provide for my children. She does not want to go and threatened to cut me out from kids lives. What rights do I have as a father and how would that apply to me moving?
Asked on January 9, 2013 under Family Law, Nebraska
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Do you have a custody and visitation order in place for your 5 year old? At this point you are not automatically considered to be the child's father since you are not married to the Mother at the time of birth. So what needs to happen is two things: you need to speak with ana ttorney about modification of the original custody agreement. You may need to ask permission to move depending on what it says. You need to change the schedule to allow you longer periods say in Summer or at school breaks. Then when the new baby is born you need to bring an action to establish paternity and custody and visitation. Good luck.
FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all states in this country you have child custody and visitation rights as well as child support obligations. I suggest that you consult with a family law attorney to see what you legal options and recourse are given the situation you have written about.
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