Q: I share Joint Custody of my two children. Oldest child is 15 wants to live with me due to hostile environment
My almost 16 yr old wants to live with me and feels unsafe there due to emotional and mental abusing behaviors of her Father. I need to know how to proceed. Would she be able to still attend her school and live with me? He has gotten worse in his behaviors over the years. My oldest seems to get the brunt of it. Help please, I need to know my rights. We’ve been divorced since 2009.
A: Thank you for your question. To obtain a change in residential custody, you must first demonstrate that there has been a change in circumstances from the last time custody was addressed (i.e., the last court order or agreement). It sounds like your circumstances may qualify. It is imperative that you consult with an attorney experienced in custody matters to discuss all of your rights and options as soon as possible. Given the circumstances you have described, it sounds like the sooner there can be a change the better off your children will be.
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