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When should I legally remove daycare from my court order?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Right away! When the court modifies the child support order it can only be a retroactive modification from the date you file your Motion to Modify. So file your motion or get legal counsel to file on your behalf.
Right away! When the court modifies the child support order it can only be a retroactive modification from the date you file your Motion to ... Read More

After being clean for 3 years, how hard do you think it will be for me to get my girls back with full custody again?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You definitely have a fighting chance to reverse custody, especially if the children are not doing well in school or are being neglected.
You definitely have a fighting chance to reverse custody, especially if the children are not doing well in school or are being neglected.

Can an unhappy wife move out of state while pregnant?

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Gerard A. Fierro (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Under California law, once the divorce petition is filed, you would not be able to move a child out of state without first seeking the Court's permission. If the child is not yet born, a Judge probably does not have authority to prevent your moving, but may be able to order the child back to California after the birth. Your best move legally would be to move out of state before a divorce petition is filed and then file an action in your new state. If your husband files an action in California, then you can respond to it as a resident of your new state.... Read More
Under California law, once the divorce petition is filed, you would not be able to move a child out of state without first seeking the Court's... Read More

Do I have the legal right to go get her and keep her after I gave guardianship to my parents?

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
That depends on whether there is an actual Order of Guardianship filed with the Court. If not it's just a contract and if you go get you daughter you will be in breech of the contract. However, if you take her you should immediately file a Motion for sole custody. If there is an actual court order for Guardianship any you take her, you would be in contempt of court. So the best thing to do is file a motion to Vacate the Guardianship.... Read More
That depends on whether there is an actual Order of Guardianship filed with the Court. If not it's just a contract and if you go get you daughter you... Read More

If the child is still here at that time the school starts, do we enroll him in school here?

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
If you want to keep your son here, you need to file a Motion to Modify Custody. The problem is that Maryland Courts only accept jurisdiction if the minor child has been a resident of this State for 6 months immediately preceding the filing of the Motion. So unless you plan on keeping him here for 6 months, you will have to file in the State where his mother resides.... Read More
If you want to keep your son here, you need to file a Motion to Modify Custody. The problem is that Maryland Courts only accept jurisdiction if the... Read More

How would I know if this is considered cosmetic and would I be responsible for it if he goes against my wishes of having it done now instead of later?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
The question is a medical one. If the two of you can not agree, you need to use the dispute resolution process in your parenting plan. It is doubtful that an orthodontist would recommend braces strictly for cosmetic reasons. Talk to the orthodontist.
The question is a medical one. If the two of you can not agree, you need to use the dispute resolution process in your parenting plan. It is doubtful... Read More

How would I know if this is considered cosmetic and would I be responsible for it if he goes against my wishes of having it done now instead of later?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You file for Contempt and also a Motion to Modify Legal Custody . You need to have sole custody and you have a strong case.
You file for Contempt and also a Motion to Modify Legal Custody . You need to have sole custody and you have a strong case.

What can I do to get custody of my child if my sister in law has taken my child out of state without my consent?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Is there a court order giving her guardianship? If there is, you must go to that court and ask for the guardianship to be terminated. If there is no court order, file a kidnapping report. If the police do not want to be involved, then you must immediately file a complaint where she lives asking the court to order her to return your child to you.... Read More
Is there a court order giving her guardianship? If there is, you must go to that court and ask for the guardianship to be terminated. If there is... Read More

What will the cops do if I refuse to go to my dad's because I fear that if I continue to go there I will kill myself?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by James Morgan Chandler (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
I would suggest that you or your mother contact child protective services.
I would suggest that you or your mother contact child protective services.

How does one change a state's child visitation agreement for child in another state?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by Steven Jed Alpers (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You probably need to file in Los Angeles. All the evidence about your child is in LA so the court would say that is the proper venue.
You probably need to file in Los Angeles. All the evidence about your child is in LA so the court would say that is the proper venue.

What would it cost to hire a lawyer to file a motion for 2 weeks vacation with my son?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by William M Stoddard (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Does this require a modification of a parenting order or a new parenting order through a paternity filing? The answer would be significantly different.
Does this require a modification of a parenting order or a new parenting order through a paternity filing? The answer would be significantly... Read More

Can we get my husbands name on his daughter birth-certificate?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
In Arizona you could file a paternity petition, alleging that he is the biological father. Assuming that the DNA test demonstrates that he is the father, then the court will order the department of vital records to issue a new birth certificate.
In Arizona you could file a paternity petition, alleging that he is the biological father. Assuming that the DNA test demonstrates that he is the... Read More

Which parent decides where a child goes to school?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
If you are unable to agree then you have to file a Petition with the court so a Judge will be able to decide.
If you are unable to agree then you have to file a Petition with the court so a Judge will be able to decide.

Can his rights be terminated?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Marco Caviglia (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
First, your move without his knowledge or consent could become a problem if he makes an issue of it, as you acknowledge he has parental rights, which include visitation (your past and present legal relationship to one another and him to the child is not clear, however, so I am assuming he has been established as the father legally and has visitation rights). Second, if he is disinterested, have him agree in a writing prepared by counsel that he gives you full custody rights to the child. You can't get his rights terminated without his consent absent a court order.... Read More
First, your move without his knowledge or consent could become a problem if he makes an issue of it, as you acknowledge he has parental rights, which... Read More

What are my rights during separation for my child?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You need to hire an attorney and file for custody and divorce You might also start be Filing s protective order which can also give you custody support and use and possession of the home However that's only good for one year.
You need to hire an attorney and file for custody and divorce You might also start be Filing s protective order which can also give you custody... Read More

Is there any way my fiancé can get custody or at least legal rights for visitation with court ordered child support?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Okay, first we don't know that she really signed her rights away. She may have agreed to let him keep the kids, but that is not signing your rights away, particularly since she is paying child support. She needs to get an attorney and file for custody (can you live with 3 kids?) and get the kids. Then deadbeat dad can start paying child support.... Read More
Okay, first we don't know that she really signed her rights away. She may have agreed to let him keep the kids, but that is not signing your rights... Read More

Is there any way my fiancé can get custody or at least legal rights for visitation with court ordered child support?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Yes. In fact she should file for shared custody of her children if she lives in the same school district or less than 30 minutes from her home and the children's school.
Yes. In fact she should file for shared custody of her children if she lives in the same school district or less than 30 minutes from her home and... Read More

Is there any way my fiancé can get custody or at least legal rights for visitation with court ordered child support?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Take the judgment and the agreement to counsel.
Take the judgment and the agreement to counsel.

What are my chances of winning custody of 8 month old daughter?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
It depends on the judge and how well he can handle an 8-month old child. She won't be that little for long and once she starts walking 50/50 is not normally unreasonable.
It depends on the judge and how well he can handle an 8-month old child. She won't be that little for long and once she starts walking 50/50 is not... Read More

What are my chances of winning custody of 8 month old daughter?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Pretty good as your child is so young, and may be breastfeeding.
Pretty good as your child is so young, and may be breastfeeding.

What are my chances of winning custody of 8 month old daughter?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Robert Jensen 'Bob' Matlock (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
A 50-50 allocation of time is not necessarily going to eliminate child support. The judge will allocate time based upon the best interests of the child, history of involvement with the child and other factors.
A 50-50 allocation of time is not necessarily going to eliminate child support. The judge will allocate time based upon the best interests of the... Read More

What are my chances of winning custody of 8 month old daughter?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
The court is not likely to order such a schedule.
The court is not likely to order such a schedule.
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