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My son was there for summer when he started giving me ultimatums, saying how hard he was going to make it for me if I didn’t let him stay, I caved and allowed him to stay. I took custody from his mother in 2018 after DCS got involved which she moved to Florida after.
answered on Sep 28, 2022
I hate to say this, but . . . it depends.
It *appears* your son's absence from Tennessee is temporary and for less than six months, so jurisdiction should still lie with Tennessee and you will need to file something in a Tennessee court.
As there was a prior "removal"... View More 
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answered on Sep 22, 2022
There is no Mississippi County in Tennessee.
Mother and father were never married mother is the PRP while father is the ARP and there is a parenting plan in place currently giving the mother 4 days and father 3 days each week. Father has filed for full custody and has made completely fabricated allegations against the mother in an attempt to... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2022
An attorney cannot testify. But whatever he puts in pleadings on behalf of a plaintiff could be proper. Just because something appears in a pleading or motion does not mean it would be admissible when offered as proof during a hearing.
I’ve had sole/physical custody for 10 years. My ex is asking for joint now. She abused him when he was an infant. He does well in my care. What are her chances?
answered on Sep 13, 2022
More facts are needed to make any such determination. Consult local counsel to review the filings and history of the case and the parties in order for you to get a proper answer.
jurisdiction over ky. Also Tn called for jurisdiction on that court order at that time. My kids paternal grandma is trying to take my kids and its been based on all lies. I won the first case in ky and i thought once that was dismissed it went back to my current TN order, now they are at it again... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2022
To modify custody and the question is which state has jurisdiction, the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) will provide the needed guidance. One way that KY could acquire jurisdiction over the matter is if the child(ren) resided in KY for the six months immediately... View More
I have had custody of 13y/o daughter since 2013, NCP recently relapsed and is back in rehab. I have questions about visitations now as she lost her home and states visits have to be at her parents again. However, visits at her parents are part of the reason our child ended up inpatient at... View More
answered on Aug 19, 2022
Consult with counsel. This seems to be a complicated situation that you may want to consider going to court over to modify the current plans.
I ran away from my dad's house because I wasn't mentally well I was always depressed and I couldn't get help. My dad's wife told me I said therapy wouldn't work after I went to an evaluation and wanted to go back. They've been very manipulative using the fact that my... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2022
Your situation is complicated and difficult to answer on-line without lots more information, If you are not safe please go to the nearest police department and ask for help.
Here is another idea:
https://youthvillages.org/about-us/locations/tennessee/
Call them and tell them... View More
I am suppose to get our daughter the 3rd weekend of every month an since February 2022 he has blocked me from having any contact with her an want let her come. I believe they have moved to North Carolina also but im not forsure.
answered on Jul 5, 2022
If he has violated the court's orders, and moved without following the procedure in the statute regarding moving, then you could seek contempt. You are also allowed uninterrupted phones calls with the minor during your non-custodial time by statute. Consult local counsel to see whether you can... View More
answered on Jun 30, 2022
Depends on who is filing, where the parties reside and for how long. Jurisdictional analysis depends on several factors. Hire counsel to determine your options.
I have an agreed order with 2-2-3 schedule while living with spouse during divorce. I want to move out and ask the court for primary custody.
answered on Jun 29, 2022
The procedure would be to file a motion seeking that kind of relief. But any major life change like moving needs to be done by an appropriate court order. You would be wise to hire counsel to assist in this process.
answered on May 1, 2022
It will help any attorney who wants to respond if you could provide more background information.
For example,
1) Who has custody?
2) Is there a Tennessee court order finding that the children were dependent and neglected?
3) If so, does the order reflect that a... View More
Aggravated child abuse in car accident
answered on Apr 27, 2022
It depends on the courts decision. There is not a law that says never though but consult with a family law attorney.
Dad pays child support for 1 and has the standard visitation of every other weekend. There isn’t support established for the other, nor a parenting plan. He doesn’t provide any physical everyday support. The move would establish better financial support, emotional support, educational support,... View More
answered on Apr 20, 2022
The custodial parent is free to move without the court’s approval if that move is less than 50 miles from the other parent. If that parent wants to move further or out-if-state, the law requires the parent to provide a written notice to the courts and the other parent.
The notice must... View More
There is a previous order from another state. If TN parenting plan was never signed by a judge is previous order in another state still valid?
answered on Apr 20, 2022
The courts speak through their orders and only order that have been signed and entered will ultimately have authority.
HOWEVER...sometimes a court will rule on a matter and that ruling takes effect immediately. Sometimes there is a delay before the order has been created, filed, signed, and... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2022
Until an unmarried father petitions for and is eventually granted custody rights, the father has parentage obligations to keep the child safe and provide financial support but has absolutely zero parental or custodial rights.
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answered on Mar 9, 2022
Yes if it is relevant evidence to the issues before the Court.
Only see my kids once a month and wanting more visitation how do I go about doing that?
answered on Feb 23, 2022
You'd need to petition the court for a modification. You would be wise to consult with an attorney for assistance with this process.
We both have equal custody. Our son is about to turn 5 but is still delayed with speech and other social aspects. His speech therapist recommends he gets an Autism evaluation that will allow for better treatment. His mother is completely against any evaluation because she does not want him to be... View More
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answered on Feb 3, 2022
Hi, It depends on what your parenting plan says. There is a section in all parenting plans in Tennessee that provides how medical/educational decisions are made, whether it's a joint decision, or whether one of you has final say.
If it's a joint decision, and you two cannot... View More
His mom goes months without talking to him. He is 2yrs old and a type 1 diabetic. I take care of him 98% of the time.
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answered on Dec 9, 2021
Hi, if the biological parents of the child have left the child with you for an extended period of time, you can petition the court for emergency protective custody on the basis that the child is dependent and neglected.
I was served a subpoena to produce all records and recordings of a child I have custody of and both of the child's parents.... including pictures, reports and video recordings. Both parents are working to get the child back. I'm keeping the child out of DCS custody until one or both... View More
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answered on Oct 13, 2021
You can file a Motion to Quash the Subpoena Duces Tecum, but I seriously doubt Juvenile Court will listen to you. The Subpoena sounds broad but probably legally sufficient.
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