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Following through with the contempt charges on my ex for his multiple violations of the divorce decree. He has not been responding to my messages or those from opposing council, regarding papers served to me requesting a modification in custody. I tried to meet with him while I was in Iowa last... View More 
answered on Jan 6, 2020
Assuming your case is still in Iowa, you should get an attorney there. A new attorney is going to have to spend some time reviewing the prior filings. However, it may not be necessary to read every one. It depends on whether the old filings have anything to do with the current issues. However, some... View More
My wife has a 3 year old daughter from a previous relationship that, due to her history with drugs, has lost her parental rights and they were allocated to the paternal grandmother. In the final orders from the court she is supposed to get 2 supervised visits for 2 hours each every week with her... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2019
Your options are to comply with the existing orders or seek modification of those orders. It seems the order is for a visitation center unless there is an agreed-upon third party supervisor. Since there is no such agreement, you need to use a visitation center. If that is not practicable, you can... View More
My husband and I separated in may we have two kids I'm disabled and have no income.
answered on Dec 30, 2019
It will take some time after you file for divorce. There is an initial status conference that is scheduled within 45 days. The court can then schedule a temporary orders hearing for child support. You should get a lawyer to help you with this.
answered on Dec 17, 2019
The best person to pursue a claim for unpaid support is your mother. I am not sure that you have the right to do so. Your mother should get a lawyer to help her with this.
Filed for arrears falsely. Keeps my daughter and son from me for no reason.
answered on Dec 17, 2019
I do not know what you mean by "malicious parenting syndrome". However, you may be able to defend the claim for arrears if she in fact filed for it falsely. You can also insist on compliance with the Parenting Plan so she does not withhold the children. You should get a lawyer to help you with this.
My fiancee and the father of her child had an altercation, some property was damaged, and he was arrested on domestic violence charges earlier this evening. Both parties settled things and were un agreement that damaged property would be replaced prior to police involvement, and the police were... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2019
This is out of her hands. The police do not respond in order to document damages to property. They respond in order to investigate a crime and to prevent further criminal activity. There are no roses to smell here.
with someone else. half rent /utilities etc. While I am struggling month to month
answered on Dec 11, 2019
Child support is determined primarily on the respective incomes of the parties. So, I do not think his change in living situation will justify a modification. there may be other grounds for modification. You should consult with an attorney to see if there is any basis for requesting a change.
Court order parenting plan says I will pay half for sports but she is registering them under his last name. I feel that if she’s not using their legal last name I shouldn’t be required to help other than child support.
answered on Dec 11, 2019
You need to obey the court order. By your description, you are to pay 1/2. You may be able to address the problem by advising the team of your son's actual last name.
I validated my response was received prior to the order. The court clerk says since it was labeled RE: and not "response."
answered on Dec 3, 2019
You can file a motion for reconsideration pointing out that you did respond. You should get a lawyer to help you with this divorce so things are done right from now on.
We’re in Colorado, Colorado doesn’t have “custody” laws but calls it “parental responsibility.” He used to live with them for years and years. In and out. Now, that my brother is in a new relationship his baby mom has become very on edge. She has told his girl friend that she’s the... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2019
Either party can file a court action to establish a parenting plan and child support obligations. Your brother should consult with an attorney to determine how best to proceed.
He also don’t help with our child’s living costs there is no child support put in place either
answered on Nov 27, 2019
There is not really such a thing as "applying for abandonment". You may be able to request a modification of the parenting plan or change in child support. You should consult with a lawyer about this.
Was over but my dad told me that in Colorado the arrangement apples till age 19 is this true and in either case how is child support affected (I am attending college)
answered on Nov 25, 2019
At 18, any prior custody orders are no longer in effect. You can decide yourself how much time you want to spend with each parent. Child support orders still apply until age 19.
We do not have children together. No mortgage just rent together that is 1600.00 a month.
answered on Nov 25, 2019
An attorney can help you with filing for divorce. You will not need to have a court appearance if you reach an agreement with your spouse on property and debt division and payment of maintenance (alimony).
Is it worth trying to fight this in court. She was and still is married to another man at the time but has no contact with him do to a protective order she obtained three years ago
answered on Nov 18, 2019
There is a legal presumption that the husband is the father. This can prevail even if another man is the biological father- if the court finds that it is appropriate to name the husband as the legal father.
We attended mediation and weren't able to resolve anything because I feel strongly that more time with his father would not be in our son's best interest (he is an admitted abuser and alcoholic). Since then, I have found another 50/50 plan that I would consider trying, but he won't... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2019
In a case like this, you should consider requesting appointment of a CFI (Child and Family investigator) or a PRE (Parental Responsibility Evaluator). That person can do an evaluation of both parties and the child and prepare a report for the judge. Also, you should get a lawyer to help you with... View More
Married couple rented my home in 2014, they have recently separated and he moved out. She wants to remain but is requesting a new lease with him left off. They renewed their lease in 2017 but are currently living month to month after that lease expired in 2018. I want to ensure he can't come... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2019
To be safe, you should formally terminate his tenancy. If it is a month to month tenancy, it can be terminated by written notice served at least 21 days before the expiration of the monthly tenancy. There may be other or different terms in the prior lease which should be consulted.
answered on Nov 5, 2019
You should get a lawyer here in Colorado to review your situation and advise you how best to proceed.
Ex has not seen or spoken to kids in 7 years, over $60,000 behind CS, never sent anything to kids and left CO years ago. He was supposed to go back to court to have 50% cust. after completing certain task, but never did. I have made every decision and full care/support for our kids since the... View More
answered on Nov 4, 2019
You can ask the court to grant you sole decision making and parenting time(custody). This needs to be by filing a motion to modify the existing orders. You should get a lawyer to help you with this.
My ex-husband was recently arrested. His mother (my child’s grandmother) took her and refuses to give her to me. Since I don’t have a custody court order I cannot get her back. I am at loss for what to do. Is it possible to get an emergency custody court order?
answered on Nov 4, 2019
You can request the court grant you custody on an emergency basis. You should get a lawyer to help you with this.
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answered on Oct 17, 2019
The parties can not cancel child support. Only the court can do that. The court can approve an agreement by the parties that modifies child support-even to zero. However that agreement will not be approved unless the court finds that it is compliance with the child support guidelines, or that good... View More
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