Great question, i have wondered the same thing and being a lawyer i get yelled at too. But no, the transcripts are never altered, the judge's tone...

My sons mother and I broke up, she asked me to leave and my 6 mos went with me. She worked 3 shift so I took care of him daily.

She can try and you have a good arguement for shared legal and shared or sole physical, but you will need to show that she is not as fit a parent...

It seems that all parents attorneys focus on parents being able to answer 12-step program questions in child's court. Why?

I agree with you, but the 12 step issue is really only an example when there are addiciton issues, the best interest of the children must be showed...

I am a victim of domestic violence. How do I relocate with my children to another state when the father objects?

I am sorry that you are going through this. My collegue gave you an outstanding answer, if there is no court order or judgement, then you may...

My mother has custody of my son. She refuses to allow me to retain custody. What can I do to show the courts I deserve custody?

This is a lot of work and if you cannot afford an attorney please try and work with a local legal aid office or many law schools have programs. ...

My ex husband has been using drugs and has partial custody of our daughter.

You may be able to file a motion wtih the court for hair follicle testing, that should give you results that are more accurate and goes back about...

If DOMA gets struck down, will I be able to sponsor my same sex partner while living in TX If we were married last year in NY?

Great question, needs an immigration attny with an opinion on DOMA my opinion is that is should not be struck down.

Can my ex submit paperwork that is not relevant to a contempt of court for defense? Can I object?

It is up to the court to determine was is and is not relevant and the local rules of evidence. take care.

Once a restraining order is in place, can you cancel it in Orange County, CA??

Your mother may ask the court to vacate the order and it is up to the judge. be careful and take care.

alot in judges discretion and in facts, be careful and make sure you comply with local rules, take care.