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answered on Jun 9, 2018
There are laws that allow the states to work together on this issue. Meet with an attorney to discuss the particulars of your situation and file the appropriate motions in the Family Court.
I just found out the father of my children is in drug rehab and and left the children with his mother. We have joint custody but he has placement. Can I file for emergency custody? I stopped at the courthouse on my lunch break today and got the paperwork to file but I am a little confused on how to... View More 
answered on Jun 9, 2018
The best way to file your motion is with the assistance of a practicing family law attorney. Depending on the time that your child has been with their paternal grandmother, the judge may not consider it an emergency. So, make an appointment to meet with a family lawyer to prepare the documents to... View More
answered on May 28, 2018
Congratulations on your expected child. Once the child is born, it will be time to decide whom the parents are to be. If there is no agreement, and the alleged father denies paternity, there may be a need for DNA testing. Rhode Island Child support Enforcement is very familiar with these types of... View More
Section 52-362d(b) saying my name has been removed from credit obligors
answered on May 28, 2018
This sounds like a Connecticut case. Try re-posting your question there.
answered on Apr 19, 2018
The Courts in Arizona view child support as completely separate from child custody. Unless someone else has adopted your children, a parent has a duty of support.
I hope this helps!
That was about 1 1/2 years ago and now he's. Sending me to court to see my daughter is it to late to report it I don't feel safe with him seeing my daughter
answered on Apr 2, 2018
It’s not too late. But you need to consult with a family law attorney. If he is the father of your child, you stills have the right to mak the court aware of his behavior and to ask for limits or restrictions on visitation with your child. You should contact a lawyer ASAP. Good luck.
Supervise Visit 1a Week I been showing up every week early if anything get there with my 2 kids and they do not wanna go up it’s at the court house the case worker comes down and gets the kids who r age 13 and almost 11 they do not wanna go my oldest says please don’t make and my 11 y/o says... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2018
Yes, if you do not follow the court's order, you can get int trouble. Speak with your attorney to document your concerns. They will have a written report from the unit that will be sent to the judge in your case.
answered on Mar 2, 2018
Yes, when both parents freely agree to share equally all parenting obligations. Arrange a visit with your favorite family attorney to discus the particulars in a private meeting.
I supported half our income on part time and am available most days to bring/pick up our son to school. I believe it would be in the best interest for him to have physical placement with me versus what his father wants which is shared placement (50/50). However, he works full time with many times... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2018
If you and your child's father cannot resolve it, work with a practicing family court attorney to help prepare to present your case.
And consequences for not using the money for the benefit of the child.
answered on Jan 29, 2018
http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE18/18-7/INDEX.HTM
just had court for my 5 month old who was taken from the hospital, the judge said that we're going back to court in May for Trial deposition what does that mean???
answered on Feb 17, 2018
What is DEPOSITION?
The testimony of a witness taken upon interrogatories, not in open court, but in pursuance of a commission to take testimony issued by a court, or under a general law on the subject, and reduced to writing and duly authenticated, and intended to be used upon the trial of... View More
...for sole physical custody of both children. They've resided with me since the separation in 2013 and there isn't/ has never been a court order in effect regarding custody or visitation. His contact with the children has continued to decrease, by his own choice, since the separation.... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2018
Time to retain a family court lawyer and file what we call a Miscellaneous case to establish custody, parenting time, etc.
He is doing 20 with 10 tp serve for soliciting a minor. She will be 19 when he gets out. He is behind over 1500 already. Hasnt seen or spoken to her in 2 years.
answered on Jan 15, 2018
From your description of the situation, It's not likely he will have an resources from whence to pay his support obligation in the near future. If you know otherwise, hire an attorney to help you present that evidence to the court in rebuttal of his pleadings.
I am going to family court for a custody hearing. She has a lawyer and i do not. Will this work or should i do something else?
answered on Jan 11, 2018
She has a lawyer, you are well advised to bring a lawyer of your selection. Make an appointment soonest to allow time for your new attorney to prepare. Sadly, there is no 6th amendment right to counsel in a civil matter in Rhode Island so the court will not appoint a Public Defender(except in... View More
Child is 3, lives in RI with mother, she allowed him to visit father in Florida for a couple weeks. Father now states he wants baby and states he wont bring baby back on agreed date. Father is not answering calls or texts. is this kid napping? what should we do?
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Time to meet with an attorney and review the court documents to decide the proper next legal steps.
He's being summoned to court for child support and she wants supervised visits when he's done nothing wrong. Can he give up his rights before this happens?
answered on Jan 11, 2018
Are you she or he? Is she proposing an adoption by her new partner? Does he have an attorney? Does She? they both probably should. Support, custody, and parenting time issues may require separate cases in our family court. Attorneys who work in that area are well qualified to advise and guide them... View More
Can I get I get custody I work full-time she hasn't worked in 8 yrs
answered on Dec 10, 2017
Yes you can. But you would have to prove that you are a better option than her and the best lawyer would be able to do just that. Don't hesitate to reach out for a free consultation with an attorney to go over your options.
They claim that I was negligent because according to them or the call they received, I violated a restraining order allowing the girls dad to come to the house, even giving them evidence that the judge had already removed it.
answered on Dec 5, 2017
Talk to your attorney to get a good analysis/estimate for costs and chances of success.
My friend feels financially exploited by her daughter, who is also her legal guardian. This daughter sold my friend's house and car without asking her permission or discussing it with her in any way. She also had her committed to a mental health hospital, but the hospital released her after... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2017
Your friend would do well to meet with an attorney practicing probate and guardian law.
She is going to stay in state. Can she do this? Thank you
answered on Nov 27, 2017
It sounds like you may benefit from a private meeting with a family court attorney to explore your options.
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