Q: What’s the fastest way for son to live with us when mom has full custody?
Mother has full custody. (Mom and dad never married) Dad on birth certificate and pays child support. Mom and dad are coparenting. Oldest son (10) has had some behavioral problems and mom and dad have talked about son coming to live with dad and family to try something different since mom has tried everything she can think of but has come to a crossroads. Mom has special needs child that requires a lot of attention and at dads home. Son would get more attention and 1 on 1 that he needs and structure however he would have to change schools. Would dad just go to court to have custody change? Or would we do an emergency order so he could start school with us ASAP or just go for guardianship?? We would like the best route the fastest way.
A: The fastest way is to file a joint complaint for custody with a motion to adopt shared parenting plan with an agreed judgment entry signed by all parties.
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