# Girlfriend and Baby vanish **URL:** \ **Category:** Divorce and Separation Answers\ **Created:** [June 29, 2007, 3:50pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/girlfriend-and-baby-vanish/4665 "2007-06-29T15:50:55Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 4\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Helena\_Nevicosi](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/db5fbb/32.png) [@Helena\_Nevicosi](https://forum.rosen.com/u/Helena_Nevicosi)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2007, 3:50pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/girlfriend-and-baby-vanish/4665/1 "2007-06-29T15:50:55Z")
You have the same custodial rights as a married father. If your girlfriend has taken your child and will not let you see him or her, you can file a lawsuit and seek visitation. Given the age of your child and how involved you have been in his or her life, I believe you have a good chance of the court awarding you a significant amount of custody time, or perhaps custody depending on how well your girlfriend is able to care for your child. It was not clear from your post if she was the primary caregiver. You cannot initiate a lawsuit for custody unless you are separated. It sounds as if you are not ready to give up on this relationship. If you have the numbers to her family and friends, I would suggest you make a few phone calls and see if you can find her. I hope that the two of you are able to resolve this in counseling. Helena M. Nevicosi Attorney with Rosen Law Firm 4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 500 Raleigh, North Carolina 27607 919.787.6668 main phone 919.787.6361 main fax 301 McCullough Drive Suite 510 Charlotte, NC 28262 Main Voice: 704.307.4600 Main Fax: 704.943.0044 1829 East Franklin Street, Bldg 600 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 919.321.0780 main phone 919.787.6668 main fax > **[North Carolina Divorce Law - Legal Answers and Info](https://www.rosen.com/)** > > The best resource for divorce in NC. Find accurate, legal, family law advice from attorneys practicing in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill. The response posted above is based upon the limited factual information made available and is not intended as a full and complete response to the question. The only reliable manner to obtain complete and adequate legal advice is to consult with an attorney, fully explain your situation, and allow the attorney sufficient opportunity to research the applicable law and facts required to render an accurate opinion. The basic information provided above is intended as a public service but a full discussion with an attorney should be undertaken before taking any action. ---
**Author:** ![strider](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/aeb1de/32.png) [@strider](https://forum.rosen.com/u/strider)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2007, 12:57pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/girlfriend-and-baby-vanish/4665/2 "2007-07-02T12:57:20Z")
Thank you for the info, At this point, you are correct. I am not ready to give up on this, but am very curious about the legalities involved. I was able get in touch with her and get her back home. We are struggling through her depression and anxiety disorders, and sadly I can’t say that this will be the last time that she splits. Thanks again. ---
**Author:** ![Helena\_Nevicosi](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/db5fbb/32.png) [@Helena\_Nevicosi](https://forum.rosen.com/u/Helena_Nevicosi)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2007, 5:29pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/girlfriend-and-baby-vanish/4665/3 "2007-07-02T17:29:44Z")
I wish you the best of luck. Helena M. Nevicosi Attorney with Rosen Law Firm 4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 500 Raleigh, North Carolina 27607 919.787.6668 main phone 919.787.6361 main fax 301 McCullough Drive Suite 510 Charlotte, NC 28262 Main Voice: 704.307.4600 Main Fax: 704.943.0044 1829 East Franklin Street, Bldg 600 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 919.321.0780 main phone 919.787.6668 main fax > **[North Carolina Divorce Law - Legal Answers and Info](https://www.rosen.com/)** > > The best resource for divorce in NC. Find accurate, legal, family law advice from attorneys practicing in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill. The response posted above is based upon the limited factual information made available and is not intended as a full and complete response to the question. The only reliable manner to obtain complete and adequate legal advice is to consult with an attorney, fully explain your situation, and allow the attorney sufficient opportunity to research the applicable law and facts required to render an accurate opinion. The basic information provided above is intended as a public service but a full discussion with an attorney should be undertaken before taking any action. ---
**Author:** ![strider](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/aeb1de/32.png) [@strider](https://forum.rosen.com/u/strider)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2007, 8:14am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/girlfriend-and-baby-vanish/4665/4 "2007-06-29T08:14:05Z")
Hello, I am in need of some advice so that I understand my legal rights as a father given my current situation. The situation: I am a loving father to a 6 month year old that I have with my girlfriend. We are not married. My girlfriend and I have been living together for over a year, and I have been the sole provider for mortgage, utilities, etc… They have my love, and I make a good living such that they have everything that they need and more. After having some issues with my Girlfriend, we decided to seek professional relationship counciling about a month ago. We just had our 5th session yesterday (6/28/2007). In that session my Girlfriend was diagnosed with depression and anxiety disorders. This, on top of our other issues that brought us in there to begin with, was too much for her, I guess, and I have not seen her or my Baby since. I had one conversation with her on the phone, but it appears that she’s non-responsive via the phone today. I have no idea where they are. So… what are my rights as far as being able to protect my child and be with her? What other rights are pertinent and good for me to know given this situation? Any help is greatly appreciated, Thank You.