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The father has agreed to give me sole and legal custody but I don’t know what paperwork is all needed to file it on my own.
My mom and dad have joint custody and I'm two months away from turning 18. My mom got angry at me for my grades and screaming at me. Which is fine but then she threw her phone at me hard enough to cause bruises to my arm and leg. She tried to hit me again but my step father got in between us.... View More 
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
I'm really sorry you're experiencing this. Your safety is the most important thing right now.
Since you have joint custody and are nearing 18, you may have options to change your living situation. You can talk to your dad about moving in with him, especially if you feel unsafe at... View More
Anything I can do as his grandmother I love and miss him deeply do I still have any rights to my grandson
I left ex-spouse last March w/ my two children and her two from her previous marriage(I had raised them since they were not even 1/2, and they are now 7/8). I got emergency custody orders of my children, and was able to call the bio father of the other two so he could come and get them and keep... View More
Her mom is basically holding her back taking her check and when she try to leave her mom calls the police she took a phone that her mom didn’t pay for I even have recording of what happened what am I able to do
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
You have the right to live independently at 18, as you are considered an adult. If your mother is controlling your finances by taking your check, this could be considered financial abuse. It’s important to keep records of all transactions and any evidence you have, like your recordings.... View More
my son‘s father took me to court in 2022. He took me to court because he was dating this girl at the time who I’m pretty positive forced him to take me to court because until they started dating we didn’t have any custody arrangement with the courts or anything? We had our own verbal... View More
I am a 16 year old I am looking to be emancipated. I currently have two jobs, one paying $10/hour plus tips and one paying $12/hour. I have been able to hold a consistent job for about 8 months and have earned raises because of my hard work. I am currently looking at apartments and talking to Land... View More
I left my ex-spouse last March with my two children and her two from her previous marriage(I had raised them since they were not even 1 and 2, and they are now 7 and 8). I got emergency ex-parte custody orders of my children, and was able to call the biological father of the other two so he could... View More
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answered on Oct 28, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing with maintaining your relationship with your stepchildren. In California, stepparents who have formed a significant bond with their stepchildren may have the option to request visitation rights through the court system. Given that... View More
I feel the other party seems to think extra time in the future is a replacement for gaps in the every-other month schedule of flights.
I thought I’d made it clear earlier in 2024 I’m not open to this, “I would never not want to see [our kid].”
And I don’t know what our... View More
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answered on Oct 28, 2024
Filing for missed court-ordered visitations can lead the court to take several actions to enforce the custody agreement. The court may issue a warning to the other parent, adjust the visitation schedule, or even modify custody arrangements if they find consistent non-compliance. In some cases, the... View More
California and receives child support. She's miserable in Louisiana and wants to end the relationship. She does not have an income (except for the child support in CA) what are her rights or options? He's becoming very verbally abusive and threatening to take away her car her phone. Last... View More
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My child's father refused to give medication to my child so I filed an emergency motion to suspend visitation. He then decided that he would give him the medication so the motion was dismissed. This situation took three months to resolve. Now our custody time is out of order and he is refusing... View More
I'm at disabled veteran, I have DV conviction, the accuracy of it is neither here nor there I just have the conviction and I can't find any legal assistance because I'm immediately disqualified because of those convictions. Is there anyone who can assist me with basic needs for trial... View More
I missed a few custody court dates sadly, and the judge granted him placement. He just got out of prison after 3 yrs, for beating me.. My daughter is 3 and has never even met him until Sept 11th when she was taken from the only family and home she knows.. I have seen her once, (sept25th) and rarely... View More
My child's father is not on the birth certificate but we do have a child support case open. I want to be able to get her a passport and travel. Do I need to file for custody?
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answered on Oct 26, 2024
In your situation, obtaining a passport for your child and planning to travel may require clear legal authority regarding custody. Since the father is not listed on the birth certificate, establishing his parental rights might already be part of your ongoing child support case. However, without a... View More
i have a court order that my childrens father has never honored for the last 10 years and blocked all communication from me
answered on Nov 15, 2024
You should speak directly with an attorney who can give you legal advice on your case.
Not married but we share a child. I left our home after years of verbal/mental abuse. Never took him to court for it. I finally got the courage to move out now after 50 days of being gone he is suing me for sole custody of our 7 year old daughter who he has also been verbally and mentally abusive... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2024
Possibly. The judge will be interested in all relevant evidence pertaining to the 12 best interest of the child factors.
I need help, I have no clue what to bring they just said I have this hearing. My child has Medicaid but I never knew he had Medicaid until after I filed for the divorce. What do I bring?
answered on Oct 25, 2024
You should bring documentary proof that your child receives Medicaid benefits. If you or your child receive any other needs-tested government benefits, bring documentary proof.
If not, it may be useful to bring your most recent tax return, paycheck stubs, and bank account statements if... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2024
Notices to them likely will be sent to the wrong address they gave.
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