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177 legal questions have been posted about child custody by real users in Rhode Island. Ask your question and dive into the knowledge of attorneys who handle your issue regularly. Similar topics to explore also include family law, adoptions, and child support. All topics and other states can be accessed in the dropdowns below.

Can my husband gain custody of his child who is placed in temporary guardianship?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Rebekah Susan Sass (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Your husbands first step is to establish paternity and contest the termination of his parental rights.
Your husbands first step is to establish paternity and contest the termination of his parental rights.

Will hiring a custody attorney help me get custody of my kids? How?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
I work for a Father's rights group and have always been able to get father's custody. However, without speaking to you I can't evaluate your case. Call if you want an evaluation.
I work for a Father's rights group and have always been able to get father's custody. However, without speaking to you I can't evaluate your case.... Read More

When could I stop making child care payments?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Good question. Presumably when the child no longer needs, or uses, child care. Probably it's best to try to negotiate this with the child's father. If that does not work, you can go back to court to seek to amend the judgment. Good Luck.
Good question. Presumably when the child no longer needs, or uses, child care. Probably it's best to try to negotiate this with the child's father. ... Read More

Could my ex wife legally stop me from going through with my visitation days?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Diane L. Berger (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
That would be a no.
That would be a no.

How could I get child support stopped?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
That would be a no.
That would be a no.

How does child custody work if a family member wishes to get custody and where to start?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Diane L. Berger (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Sounds like a case for an adoption.
Sounds like a case for an adoption.

Could a person leave the country while behind on child support?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
I am not certain of the situation you are speaking of and the details. Generally, being behind in your child support would not necessarily restrict you from leaving the country unless there is been some court action or orders which would prevent you from doing so.
I am not certain of the situation you are speaking of and the details. Generally, being behind in your child support would not necessarily restrict... Read More

Who can legally claim the child? How?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Your question is not clear. Do you mean claim the child as a dependent for income tax purposes? Your lawyer should have dealt with this question in your Marital Settlement Agreement, and may have done soso check the document. If there is no agreement on this issue, and nothing in the court's orders, then the two parents should work it out between themselves. Generally the parent who provides more than one-half the child's support is entitled to the deduction. If the child lives full-time with the mother, probably it's the mother who is entitled to the deduction. But the two of you can work it out whoever you wish and file a federal form which states the arrangement.... Read More
Your question is not clear. Do you mean claim the child as a dependent for income tax purposes? Your lawyer should have dealt with this question in... Read More

Will I have more trouble getting custody of my children if I move out of my house during my divorce?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Frances An (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Yes. You need to file for dissolution of the marriage, then file a Request for Order for move out order for him. If you leave, the court may decide that you abandoned your children.
Yes. You need to file for dissolution of the marriage, then file a Request for Order for move out order for him. If you leave, the court may decide... Read More

Will I have more trouble getting custody of my children if I move out of my house during my divorce?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Your moving out should make no difference in determinations of custody and physical placement, since the test is 'best interest of the child(ren).' That said, it would be best for you to commence the divorce (if divorce is your intention) so you can get into court on a temporary order as soon as possible and have some court-ordered temporary arrangements for these matters. Locate an experienced family law attorney: it's almost always worth the investment.... Read More
Your moving out should make no difference in determinations of custody and physical placement, since the test is 'best interest of the child(ren).' ... Read More

Will I have more trouble getting custody of my children if I move out of my house during my divorce?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Your question is impossible to answer without additional facts, I would suggest that you confer with an attorney and my first impression is that you should be filing for divorce and seeking potentially in order to have him removed from the house if it is impossible for both of you to reside there.... Read More
Your question is impossible to answer without additional facts, I would suggest that you confer with an attorney and my first impression is that you... Read More

Will I have more trouble getting custody of my children if I move out of my house during my divorce?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Diane L. Berger (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
In my opinion, yes.
In my opinion, yes.

Will I have more trouble getting custody of my children if I move out of my house during my divorce?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Custody is not the issue - the amount of residential time is. Instead of moving out, file the divorce and immediately thereafter a motion for temporary orders that orders him out of the house, letting you and the kids stay. Propose a reasonable parenting plan that allows time for each parent with the kids and a temporary order of child support. Ideally get a lawyer to do this for you.... Read More
Custody is not the issue - the amount of residential time is. Instead of moving out, file the divorce and immediately thereafter a motion for... Read More

Can my ex come take my son to another state? How?

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
At this point it seems best to begin a custody action in the county where you live. And to seek a temporary order giving you legal custody and primary physical placement. (Generally, the uniform law adopted in most states gives preference in jurisdiction to the court where the child has lived for the past six months.) But first things first: consult an experienced family law attorney in your area as soon as you can. Good Luck.... Read More
At this point it seems best to begin a custody action in the county where you live. And to seek a temporary order giving you legal custody and... Read More
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