Partner took our child and filed for sole custody... what now?

I’m a stay-at-home dad in Kentucky and I’m in a tough spot right now. My partner took our 2.5-year-old daughter, along with our pets and all her belongings, to a place I don’t know. On the same day, she filed for sole custody and is trying to evict me from our home, which her father owns. We were trying to work things out with couples therapy, but now I’m terrified of losing my daughter. I haven’t seen or talked to her in 5 days. Any advice for me?

Get a different lawyer, seriously. Your name on the birth certificate matters. Focus on getting legal help and breathe.

If your lawyer says the birth certificate doesn’t mean much, you need a new one. You can petition for paternity in Kentucky.

Tilden said:
If your lawyer says the birth certificate doesn’t mean much, you need a new one. You can petition for paternity in Kentucky.

But what if she doesn’t want to cooperate? How does that work?

@Briar
The court can compel her. Just make sure you have a solid lawyer with experience in custody cases.

You need to be proactive. Start looking for a job and a new place to live. It’ll help your case.

Listen, if you’re not married, you need to understand the custody laws in Kentucky. Start by filing for custody yourself.

Stay connected with friends and family. You’re going to need support through this. Don’t go it alone.