I am 15 years old and have been living in Morocco for a little over a year now. I got here in early October. My guardian has been heavily abusive, both physically and verbally. She takes advantage of us not being in america and has cut my communication with everyone. I have no means of talking to... Read more »
answered on Nov 30, 2022
Without knowing all relevant details, it's hard to say. By your question, I assume you have US citizenship. If so, you may want to try contacting the US embassy or consulate.
I found out my abuser molested my two oldest (they told their therapist and I found out because she asked me if it was something already being investigated), and I'm opening a case to try to get them back. He made me look crazy in court, which is how he was granted custody even with evidence... Read more »
answered on Nov 26, 2022
Probably. Your son should have been appointed a lawyer, who may have participated in the team meeting.
Was served out of state by ex who is in Michigan. Claims Michigan has jurisdiction but didn't include a UCCJEA affidavit with the documents I was served. Would also like help as to responding correctly to his "verified statement."
I am currently fleeing from domestic violence. I want to protect my kids. I want to make sure their Father can't take them from me. We are currently living in a womens shelter for domestic violence. Their father is threatening me with a lawyer. The kids and I are scared of him.
The custody order does not specify who is responsible for pick up or drop off. She refuses to be helpful for pick up or drop off. If I pick up my son, and state that she is able to come pick him up whenever she can, is that illegal if she has majority? I am not telling her she cant access him I am... Read more »
answered on Nov 5, 2022
You will need to address the issue with the Maryland court if there is no agreement on the issue.
No established custody yet, (new case in court) parent holding twins finds any & every excuse & lie to avoid parenting time & makes threats if others voice opinions on social media also changes what’s allowed at PT. Ref did not say it was supervised but they are saying no other way... Read more »
answered on Oct 28, 2022
Possibly. But as I'm sure you know, nothing is going to happen unless and until a judge hears these issues and makes an order that can be enforced. Until then, your daily calls and messages to the other parent will likely continue to be ignored, and could actually backfire on you.
answered on Oct 28, 2022
A CPS history will always raise a red flag. Criminal histories? Possibly, and depends on when and what happened.
A judge's concern is always the best interests of the child, and will interpret any CPS or criminal history with that in mind. It's not uncommon for BOTH parents to... Read more »
My grandchild is 5 years old an I've been his care giver his whole life, his parents are not suitable to take care of him an I'd like to take full custody since he lives with me majority of the time.
It came to my attention by way of my daughters FOC case that I was being accused of making a false CPS report against my grandsons father. After doing a FOIA request to find out what this was I received the police reports along with 7 pages of a CPS LEN, all unredacted, and my name is listed as... Read more »
answered on Oct 22, 2022
I'm unsure what you are asking. If your concern is that a call you made was reported inaccurately, that's one thing. If you're saying you never made a call, then that's a whole other thing.
The information you received through FOIA are reports, which are always subject... Read more »
Do they contact family or fosters… previous witnesses if a story doesn’t match?
answered on Oct 18, 2022
More likely, referee will simply review the CPS and criminal investigation reports, and may contact those agencies for a status update. Judges and referees are not police or investigators so they are not going to be contacting witnesses directly.
Do I have to let him see his son? Is one question or can I tell him to take it court? He's been threatening court for 7years my son has been with me 7 years never left my side he's home schooled. The father smokes weed 24/7 found out he's been taking subtonin I forgot how to spell it... Read more »
answered on Oct 13, 2022
You can certainly tell him to take you to court. If what you're saying about him is true, there sounds like quite a bit of stuff he should work on before spending time and money going to court, but I suppose that's his decision.
Just know, though, that many judges don't look... Read more »
I am waiting on a court date to modify parenting and I am asking to modify parenting time because my daughter doesn’t want to go over her dad house all the time and she doesn’t like how he’s been treating her or the things he have said about me to her I hate having to make her go and here... Read more »
answered on Oct 1, 2022
You are doing the right thing by filing the motion. Perhaps there is something negative going on that your daughter is afraid of disclosing. Still, your duty is to comply with the parenting time order and continue facilitating her relationship with her father. Typically in these situations with a... Read more »
Long story short my exhusband lived with his parents so they helped raised my 2 boys for the last 10yrs of their life They decided to withhold this info from me because they did not want my boys to come to my house permanently since their father is not alive Another family member thought it was not... Read more »
answered on Sep 25, 2022
The police are right: this is a family court matter that needs to be addressed there. If you do not have legal custody of the children, it's possible that with the father dead, the grandparents would become guardians. And even if you have shared legal custody, the best interest of the child... Read more »
I am currently in a terrible marriage and would like to get divorced (living in MI) but i have no where to go or any financial support other than my family who lives in UT, my plan is to move to UT with my child and file for divorce, is there a certain way i should start this process?
answered on Sep 21, 2022
You should immediately and privately consult with a lawyer in Utah to inquire about the state’s requirements to file for divorce. Many states have a waiting period for new residents before someone can file for divorce. Also, if your spouse has no connection to Utah, then an Utah court would not... Read more »
My daughter's father and I lost custody in 2019. (It's a long story) We fought to get her back for 2 yrs. And then had to give my aunt guardianship so they wouldn't take our rights. She had cancer so she had to go thru chemo and radiation and a few months later, they told her she was... Read more »
answered on Sep 16, 2022
It's an uphill battle, but it can be done where the guardianship is terminated. Were your rights terminated - either voluntary or involuntary after a trial? That will determine whether it's a matter of terminating the guardianship or you becoming guardian of your own child.
Hey there.. The father of our son whom is in prison will constantly threaten to evict our son and I out. He is in prison for 3-15 years. It would also be helpful for the steps I'd have to go through.
answered on Sep 1, 2022
Is there a current custody case? Best steps would be to file a motion seeking the court's permission.
Father is trying to isolate child telling mother she can't have him will never get custody and can't move out with her son
answered on Aug 5, 2022
When not married, the mother is presumed to have custody of the child - particularly so when there is not an affidavit of parentage on file or a paternity determination naming the father. The mother can leave with the child. A father can file always file a custody complaint and argue the 12 Best... Read more »
Civil attorneys are hard to find. Where can I find one in detroit metro, michigan.
answered on Aug 4, 2022
A majority of lawyers are no different than doctors, accountants, or other licensed professionals. They are in business for profit. Fortunately, there are resources through the Michigan State Bar Association for a referral to an attorney or legal aid society who may be able to assist at a... Read more »
How do I find an attorney more interested in law than collections?
answered on Aug 3, 2022
The short answer is that you're biased...and it's perfectly normal to be biased to your own matters.
I assume you are not an attorney. You're looking at the matter like any other person would: "I feel like I was wronged in some way, shape, or form". An attorney... Read more »
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