Legal Question in Family Law in Arizona

My daughters father went to jail shortly after her birth. He has made NO attempt to contact or support. I moved to PA with my daughter. He is now out of jail, but going back for parole violation, for another year. My daughter is now 4 years old and he has not talked to her or tried to support for the last 3 years. Now he wants partial custody and visitation. I did file for Child support, never recieved any. What rights does he have? Can this fall under Abandonment?


Asked on 11/30/11, 4:53 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Rich Peters R.J. Peters & Assoc., P.C.

We should first discuss the pontential to terminate his parental rights under theories of (yes) abandonment. However, I would need to know more to determine if such could even be filed in Arizona. How long has child been in PA?

We can certainly help you consider and then pursue your options if Arizona is determined to be the appropriate state. This is obviously a very important matter, and you should not go in alone.

One of our attorneys can explain the issues and procedures better in person. As you can imagine, there is too much to cover via email. We offer free 1/2 hour consultations, in which we can discuss your matter in detail.

Please call us directly to discuss the specifics of your matter, or contact my assistant Alicia or my paralegal Jennifer to schedule your free 1/2 hour consultation. PLEASE ASK FOR ME IN PARTICULAR.

/s/ Rich J. Peters

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Answered on 12/07/11, 2:23 pm


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