QUESTION
Can the schools give info if my ex will call?
Asked on Nov 28th, 2012 on Family Law - Michigan
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I've been divorced 2 1/2 yrs, 3 minor children, whom live with me, Ex is saying he can't contact the school/teachers they will not respond to his messages. I have never not included him. He is on all paperwork with schools etc.
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Steven D. Dunnings
Yes.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 6:03 AM
Unless you are unable to work with him in making decisions about your kids, you should have "joint legal custody." That would give him authority to inquire about school information, medical, etc. I suggest you tell him to have an order drafted saying you both have joint legal custody and you will sign it after having it reviewed by by your attorney.
Answered on Nov 30th, 2012 at 6:37 AM
Family Law Attorney serving Walnut Creek, CA
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If there is joint legal custody, ex is entitled to all school info. If you have sole legal custody, normally the school will require your consent (it mat also decline to provide info to both parents on the grounds of cost) .
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 2:43 PM
If he has Joint Custody he can get any information.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 2:25 PM
Glen Edward Ashman
The answer likely depends on what your court order and parenting plan say. If it says he can, share a copy with the school.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 2:24 PM
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Anne B. Howard, A Professional Law Corporation
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If he's on the contact list for the schools you have done all you can do. He needs to take this up with the principal. Don't let him make this your problem. Seems like he's going to try to blame you for everything and then use it against you in court.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 2:18 PM
Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
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If he has joint legal custody he should be granted access to the information regarding his children by the schools, medical care providers, etc. If they do not cooperate, and you have done nothing to limit his access, it is his problem and worked out at his expense. If you have sole legal custody he does not have rights to the information.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 2:17 PM
Divorce Attorney serving Frisco, TX
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The typical order states that both parents are entitled to have access to children's school records. Your ex should check his order and deliver a copy to the school. It would also help if you gave the school permission to release records to the ex.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 2:16 PM
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Alexander R. Folk, Attorney at Law
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Yes. 3109.04 requires them to provide him this information. He can sue them for contempt if they fail to comply.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 2:14 PM
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If he shares legal custody he should have access to school information.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 2:14 PM