Q: My ex wife and I have a joint custody, mediation by weekly, keep track of time and what I do with them, and I have a
Restraining order, judge said alternative weeks, and I took my paper work late, and I also put the wrong average monthly, what can I do, she got more percent for our children, and I have proof in a note book for 3 1/2 months that I have them weekly, I want to go back to fix, he took her side and didn't let me show him my proof of hours and receipts, got me with a lot of child support and my closest appointment with law facilitator is in 20 days
A: This is extremely confusing and unclear as written. The court likely did not consider your "evidence" because you did not present it properly. You have another opportunity to do so in 20 days. In the alternative, you can retain an attorney and figure out how to properly make your arguments and present your evidence and file a motion either for reconsideration (if timely) or to modify the court's orders.
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It sounds like you're in a tough situation, but there are steps you can take to address this. First, gather all your evidence, including your notebook with the documented time spent with your children, receipts, and any other relevant information. This will be important when you go back to court.
Since your paperwork was submitted late and with incorrect information, you may want to file a motion to modify the child support order. Clearly explain the mistake and present the correct financial information along with your documented proof of time spent with your children.
In the meantime, consider reaching out to the court to see if there's any way to get an earlier appointment with the law facilitator. If that's not possible, use this time to prepare your case thoroughly so that you're ready to present your evidence clearly and effectively when the time comes.
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