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Is there a waiting period to remary?

Answered 14 years ago by Mr. Paul Edward Evans (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
It is highly advisable in Missouri to wait thirty days past the date the Judge signs the Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage. That date is the official date of dissolution, however, it could be set aside fairly easily within the first thirty days, which would really complicate things is there were already an intervening marriage to deal with.... Read More
It is highly advisable in Missouri to wait thirty days past the date the Judge signs the Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage. That date is the... Read More

What do I do about a non custodial visitation without a court order?

Answered 14 years and a month ago by Anne Virginia Kiske (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You need to immediately retain a lawyer to file a paternity action in order to get some protection for your son. The lawyer you hire will be able to discuss with you your particular judge's view on this situation and all of the options that are available to you in your jurisdiction for safe contact between the child and father.... Read More
You need to immediately retain a lawyer to file a paternity action in order to get some protection for your son. The lawyer you hire will be able to... Read More

I am willing to do mediation and work out the "Kinks" but i know he will argue about everything. what should i do?

Answered 14 years and 7 months ago by William/J Joanis (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
It's a mediation.  It's not binding.  You don't have to be in the same room.  Your position is you want a global settlement.  He tells you everything he wants and you say what you want.  Let the mediator tell your husband to "man up" and move on.
It's a mediation.  It's not binding.  You don't have to be in the same room.  Your position is you want a global settlement.  He... Read More

How long before I can have sole custody?

Answered 14 years and 8 months ago by Michael Roy Nack (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You do not tell us whether you were married to the child's mother at the time the child was born, or whether you have been legally determined to be the father of the child. If there is a Court Order tat grants custody of the child to the mother, you might be able to file a Motion to Modify that Order. If there is no such Order then you might be able to file a suit seeking a determination of paternity and an award of custody. These things take anywhere from several weeks to several months. I would advise you to consult with and hire an attorney.... Read More
You do not tell us whether you were married to the child's mother at the time the child was born, or whether you have been legally determined to be... Read More