Nebraska Child Custody Legal Questions

There is no magic time frame. The standard to modify is whether a "material and substantial change in circumstances not in the contemplation of the parties at the time of the last order" has occurred. Generally, the change must result in an upward or downward change in amount owed by at least 10%. For the other criteria, you should speak with a family law attorney. Best wishes!... Read More

A verbal agreement to not take child support would likely be void under public policy. If your child/children are over the age of majority, then she likely cannot come back for back support. You will need to be certain that, if support was ordered through the court, the correct documentation to stop it was filed. If the two of you agreed informally without a modification order, then the amount will have continued to accrue and you would be looking at past due amounts. You should visit with an attorney about the specifics of your situation right away.... Read More

First things first: you should retain a capable divorce lawyer in your area to advise and represent you. Your lawyer will likely suggest that s/he file a motion for a protective order (under this or some name) to keep him away from you and your children The report you mention should be very helpful. Being indicted for a crime has little legal weight outside of the criminal case: it is merely a formal accusation, and far from proof beyond a reasonable doubt. You would do well to take all the usual precautions about your family's personal security: doors locked with strong locks; window locks; notification to the local police of the threats against you.... Read More

Just cause to a sane reasonable person, and just cause to a court can look very different. Since there is a constitutional right involved, courts have rather strict criteria you must meet to do an Involuntary Termination of Parental Rights. Your best bet is to find a capable family law attorney to advise and represent you.... Read More

You will have to explain to the judge why you want a change is residential custody to allow the children to live with you. You also have to have some proof of the allegations you are alleging. Is it difficult? Depends on the allegations and the proof you have. Difficulty is a case-by-case basis. Speak with an attorney to determine your level of difficulty.... Read More

In a contested court matter, it's always a good idea to have a skilled lawyer to advise and represent you. And that seems to be the case here. Your lawyer will likely propose that you move to change the custody/placement arrangement based on the girl's best interest and because circumstances have changed.... Read More

In Wisconsin it is not entirely impossible, but it is very very hard. You would have to show that both parents are truly harmful to the child(ren). This would be an expensive proposition, probably requiring hiring a lawyer (which is a good idea in any court matter) and very likely an private investigator. Consult an experienced matrimonial lawyer in your area for advice and representation or at least to get some idea of how it is done in your neck of the woods and what it might involve in terms of costs.... Read More