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answered on Sep 22, 2023
In Kentucky, as in many jurisdictions, you generally do not have to respond to every motion filed against you, but choosing not to respond could have consequences. When a motion is filed, it usually sets forth a legal argument or request that the court will consider. If you do not file a response,... View More 
Non-married parents. previous case with cabinet but ended with custody returned to both parties, with no parenting schedule. M. has had child majority of time til about 1 year where time was split equal. But we are going to court and I didnt file first and now our child is in his physical custody.... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2023
No. Filing first simply means you filed first. The custody will always be decided on the merits snd never on who filed first.
They are staying with their uncle as of now I have a cps case open and only get a hour a week with them would it be better if I signed my rights over so I can work on me
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answered on Aug 3, 2023
In Kentucky, if you voluntarily terminate your parental rights to your children and the court approves the termination, you will no longer have any legal rights or responsibilities as a parent. This means you will no longer have visitation rights or any say in their upbringing, and you will not be... View More
Contact has been placed between my son and I (dcbs) I’ve been told my grandma is trying to legally adopt my son, telling her lawyer she doesn’t know where I am or how to contact me, with her doing that can she legally adopt without my consent? How can I go about finding out if a court hearing... View More
answered on Jul 16, 2023
Go to the family court clerks office in your county, take your ID and ask them to copy a complete copy of the case file in any case in which you are a named party. If she has filed anything to adopt, you will be a party to it and they will be able to locate it for you.
NF who is her son did not technically sign him into school this year. His grandma and her husband did, they signed above the parent/guardian. Childs father signed above the other. Im not forsure what he signed for. Question is , Bc of them standing as De Facto custodian, could they do this? Every... View More
answered on May 15, 2023
I do not practice law in Kentucky, but rather across the river in Ohio. The laws regarding child custody can vary depending on your jurisdiction, so it's important to consult with a local lawyer who can provide advice based on the specific laws in your area.
In general, if there has... View More
Father is not on BC, No action has ever been through courts, ive never signed anything. Minor as loved with GP since he was 16mnths, I’ve kept contact over the years even written notes for doctors and take phone calls from hospitals giving permission to his PGM to be the one with him while they... View More
answered on May 15, 2023
I do not practice law in Kentucky, but rather across the river in Ohio. The laws regarding child custody can vary depending on your jurisdiction, so it's important to consult with a local lawyer who can provide advice based on the specific laws in your area.
In general, if there has... View More
Kids in question are 16,14 & 13
answered on Feb 23, 2023
Hello,
If you already have an open custody case, you will need to file a motion requesting the Court to enter an order prohibiting the kids from moving out of state.
If you do not have a custody action open, you will also need to file a petition, then the above mentioned motion... View More
She gave birth on cocaine,courts placed kids with us.She skipped all court.Years later taking me to court for custody.Failed to mention she and her mother lied to hospital saying kids lived with ME to get baby released.They both skipped court.Now I pay a lawyer for court she’s dragged me into as... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2023
Yes. She can take you to court if she is the mother of the children. Yes. It is legal. If her request is denied or determined frivolous, you could be awarded your attorney fees insured.
answered on Dec 31, 2022
File a petition for emancipation in the district court of the county in which you live.
force her to leave.dose she have any clame on the house
answered on Nov 26, 2022
Depends on how title to the property is held; whether daughter has contributed any money to the house over the 20 years. She most likely has a claim of some degree that can keep her there. She needs to talk to a lawyer immediately.
His dad has since moved our son to New Mexico without even telling me. What can I do
answered on Nov 25, 2022
You can probably regain visitation but one would have to review the file and the rulings that are in place. Additionally, the case may have to be litigated going forward in New Mexico under the UCCJA.
We have always been on mutual terms and I have paid my share of health and wellness and provided necessities for the child.
answered on Nov 6, 2022
If you have been paying child support to the other parent, ensure you have statements of proof (bank statements, money transfer app statements, etc). A parent is finically responsible for their child. CPS involvement does not change that.
My child has provided evidence to me showing unsafe living conditions. My child routinely has to ask me for money for basic needs despite me paying child support to the other parent. My child is now expressing he wants to live in my home because he feels completely unsafe. I do not want to take... View More
answered on Nov 6, 2022
If your child is in an unsafe or dangerous living environment, report those concerns to CPS. Obtain a lawyer. File a motion in circuit family asking for change in parenting time and/or suspension of time for custodial parent if dangerous conditions.
She started a relationship with a man in England online and we live in Kentucky. Her mother lives there and next year she wants to take kids for a visit. With her new relationship overe ther I fear she may decide just to stay in England. Do I have legal rights as is to prevent that or must I take... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2022
F a legal proceeding concerning these children exists, you’ll need to get orders entered addressing these concerns in that case. If no proceeding exists, you’ll need to file one and get orders entered in the new case.
WITHDRAW MS. MOHON. She has not been reinstated as an attorney as of this date.
Continue case to December 16, 2022, to see if any progress has been taken towards
finalization of this case. If not the Court reserves the right to dismiss the case without
prejudice for lack of prosecution.
answered on Aug 28, 2022
It means the lawyer is removed from the case. The case is continued to 12/16/22 for review of finalization. If not finalized, the court may dismiss the case. If the father currently has custody, he retains such until December.
answered on Aug 25, 2022
You need to file a petition for dissolution of marriage in the circuit court for the county in which you reside. Support and custody will be dealt with after you file your petition.
answered on Aug 13, 2022
If temp cust was awarded in the dvo order and the dvo order expires, then so does temp cust. But if temp cust was awarded in another order or in another case, then it does not expire with the dvo.
I brought my 5yr old son to reconnect with his absent father since 1 yr of age in which time his dad filed emergency custody, I was denied interstate compact beings were from Oregon and resided there at the time, and got me for abandondment and never seen my son again even still today and I was in... View More
answered on Jul 15, 2022
File a motion for reunification with the children in the underlying action in which dad was granted custody. Ask the court to send everyone to reunification therapy so you can begin a graduated Re-entry into the childrens lives.
officer enough to keep me from getting custody?
My ex is back to using, went to rehab finished now we goi g through court, what are our chances? She’s not a felon and did rehab on her own
answered on Sep 24, 2023
Not necessarily, no. The best interests of the child is the standard of proof.
If a relative has been taking your kids to the doctor in place of you but they never needed a note bc they once had temp custody, but I got custody back. They still do that though. Is that allowed? Can they take claim to guardianship? Obviously a care giver of sorts but all of her info is in their... View More
answered on Sep 16, 2023
No. Take a copy of your custody papers to the dr and explain that the relative doesn’t have possession or custody anymore.
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