Q: What documentation or information would i need to overturn a judges ruling for sole custody to become a custodial parent
My daughter is 12 and her mother has had sole custody of her since she was 1 year old. I attempted to file for joint but was immediately denied by the judge. Recent my daughter has been exhibiting signs of distress about her home life and has been acting out to the point of even running away and calling her grandparents (who live much closer) to come pick her up, if given the chance I strongly believe my daughter would choose to live with me but i'm not sure at what age she can choose to live with the parent of her choice, i am considering moving back into her current town and trying to win custody so that she can still attend school with her friends and be close to her grandparents. I do have visitation rights and I have had her every other weekend for the last 12 years and have been paying support since as well. any help or advice would be greatly appreciated
A: You need to retain an attorney who can advise you in regards to a change of custody. You do not state the allegations contained in your petition for change of custody which may have a bearing on any petition that you may file.
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