QUESTION
Can I use an attorney where I live if the custody case is out of state?
Asked on Sep 23rd, 2014 on Child Custody - Pennsylvania
More details to this question:
Our custody arrangement a child support order is through the county where she lives. We have another hearing coming up for child support modification. We have not used any lawyers up to this point. I don't agree with her claims and feel that I may need a lawyer. I am not traveling for the hearing. I have filed a non-resident petition to participate in the hearing over the phone. I am providing all the requested financial paperwork and information prior to the hearing date. Since I'm out of state, I would plan on using a local lawyer. Is this possible or am I going to have issues with this? Since we haven't used lawyers up to this point, I would have no personal contact with a lawyer from prior to the hearing. Additionally, part of the reason for my move back was for health reasons; as a result, I really don't even have the option to travel back.
2 ANSWERS
Bruce Provda
You should use an attorney that is licensed to practice in the court which is handling the case. A local attorney may be licensed in both states, if not an attorney from the court's state would be necessary.
Answered on Sep 24th, 2014 at 11:34 AM
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Probably not. If the jurisdiction is in the other state, you will need an attorney in that other state.
Answered on Sep 24th, 2014 at 9:47 AM
William R. Pelger, Attorney Munhall, Pennsylvania 412-461-1900