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My son's father doesnt do anything. I pay the bills for everything from food to medical bills. There was a restraining order for a year where he had to pay child support but never did. Its been 5 years and he just recently had him for 2 weeks straight. Any other time its only 3 days probably... View More 
answered on Sep 24, 2018
It sounds like you would do well to secure an attorney to assist you in pursuing the issues you mention. Meet with an attorney to explore court options to establish custody and support, or if you have an M case open already, seek counsel to enforce the support order.
I've been tryin to contact dcyf investigator for days and having heard from themI have to be spoken to any dcyf worker. How do I know if he has custody. I tried gettin daughter back after he took her for the night refused then gave my parents info on him gettin full custody from dcyf. Again... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2018
It's nary impossible to determine whom may be lying about what on the scant information provided. If you are working with an attorney in your DCYF case, contact them. If you can afford to hire your own attorney, that is a great idea. There should also be a social worker assigned to the case... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2018
If you are receiving benefits (health insurance or other state assistance) cooperate with the State Child Support Enforcement attorney. If you can afford to hire a private attorney to help you, it would be a good investment in your child's future.
answered on Jun 9, 2018
When a parent has their parental right terminated, a red flag is placed in the DCYF system such that they have an interest in ensuring the well being of any subsequent children. Congratulations on your expected child. Meet with, and retain an attorney to assist you should the state decide to... View More
We are married. He is cheating and is verbally/emotionally abusive along with a history of drinking. I have family out of state that have opened their doors to the kids and me. Can I bring the kids there for safety and start a case for separation from the new state?
answered on May 27, 2018
You may file the case in Rhode Island. The other state may have a residency requirement that could cause you to have to wait for up to a year before filing. Meet with a Rhode Island Divorce attorney to explore your options soonest.
Or return any of my calls. I have sent the police to do a welfare check. He called and they said they couldnt do anything because he had a restraining order being processed. Restraining order was denied because I dont neglect my child. Working is not grounds for neglect. I cant get assistance right... View More
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!
answered on Mar 25, 2018
Yes, the appeal (and/or motion for new trial) must be timely filed or the right may lapse, Speak to your attorney soonest to discuss costs and potential for success
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.
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
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.
...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 paid child support each month and there is no court order. She has sent him nasty txt msg about me to him and said it’s personal that’s why she is not letting him see his son. He has little money to pay a lawyer we need help. This poor little boy needs a relationship w his dad!!!
answered on Jan 22, 2018
He should meet with an attorney. It's not your child. You should not be involved.
Recently my ex fiance non-custodial parent went to court and obtained a temporary custody of our daughter order on the grounds of neglect dcyf investigated and it was unfounded. On that court date my ex husband went to court with him and also filed a motion against me to get custody of my son.... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2018
Work with your attorney to address the particulars. Even though DCYF allegations were unfounded, the Judge will consider the totality of the circumstances with a focus on the best interests of the child considering all the factors. these matters are complicated, and more so without the assistance... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2018
There are many factors the judge must consider before deciding who "wins" in a custody battle. Mother is well advised to review ALL of the factors the judge will consider with a practicing family court attorney that she retains to prepare for the hearing.
Their has been other incidents as well of verbal
Abuse in front of her don’t know what to do she has came home scared and crying uncontrollably on numerous occasions I don’t want to send her till I can get a court date would I be held in contempt for keeping her away ?
answered on Jan 11, 2018
Talk to the attorney you retained to file the motion that the court will hear. They will be most familiar with your specific facts to advise you.
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
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.
answered on Dec 27, 2017
If the child's mother will help to support her child, that is great. If she does not have the ability to pay, that is sad. If you receive benefits from the state (health insurance etc.) the state will be interested in the mother's (and father) ability to help support the child. Thank you... View More
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