Hi everyone! I was just hoping someone could help me with my questions regarding the process of child custody case in the Philippines based on their own experience. I am currently filing a child custody for my 9-year old illegitimate child who is bearing his dad's last name and will be applying for my permanent residency. I'm raising my child on my own and he has been with me since birth. Here are my questions:
1. How long will the court decide on this case in the Philippines and how many hearing would take place?
2. My lawyer will provide me a petition letter which I think will state that the case is still ongoing, will the CIC still process my application if I will only provide this for now since they are asking for the court order (the 1st hearing will still start this month)?
I would really appreciate it a lot if someone can tell me an actual experience in our country. Thank you!
1. How long will the court decide on this case in the Philippines and how many hearing would take place?
2. My lawyer will provide me a petition letter which I think will state that the case is still ongoing, will the CIC still process my application if I will only provide this for now since they are asking for the court order (the 1st hearing will still start this month)?
I would really appreciate it a lot if someone can tell me an actual experience in our country. Thank you!