Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri

Child Abandonment

my ex girlfriend(asked her but never happend) and i have a son together 4 years ago she sent him to live in another with me(in Nevada shes in oregon) and 3 1/2 years ago cut off communications completly , i have an upcomiing job in south africa (currently live in lees summit Missouri) and see it as a once in a life time opertunity for my family(wife, son and 2 year old daughter) i have nothing saying that i have sole custody to get his passport , and cant find her? What are my options ? Money is very tight right now......any Help would be appreciated. Thanks

Justin


Asked on 8/06/08, 7:22 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
William Reynolds The Reynolds Law Firm

Re: Child Abandonment

You would file an action in Jackson County, MO to formally establish the father-child relationship and get a custody order which grants you sole legal and phsycial custody of the child. Since you don't know where she is you will have to publish notice of the legal action in a legal newspaper, etc. Once you have jumped through the procedural hoops then you can get your court order. I would estimate that it will take about 75 to 90 from the date of publication because of timing rules to get a final order. If you want help in this matter please contact my office.

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Answered on 8/07/08, 11:18 am


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