Jo Ann Citron's Answers (15)

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I have sole physical & legal custody of my children. Can the non-custodial parent take them out of state for a week?

Jo's answer | Answered on October 30, 2011

Attorney Mason is correct about the modification. For now, look at the original court order that granted him access. If the only thing that he...

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Can i make my childs father sign over his rights even though he pays child support, but acts as if she doesnt exist?

Jo's answer | Answered on October 26, 2011

The short answer to your question is "no." A child who has two parents is not available for adoption by anyone else. And adoption is the only way...

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What circumstances should one have to prove in order to get a modification in a split legal and joint custody case?

Jo's answer | Answered on October 25, 2011

A modification action requires that you show that there has been a substantial and material change in circumstance since the time of the judgment. ...

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Can i move out of state with a joint legal and physical custody order in place? if i'm offered a better paying job

Jo's answer | Answered on October 24, 2011

If 1) you were never married to your son's father, and 2) he was never given joint legal custody with you, then you will be able to move. However,...

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I have full physical custody of my children and joint legal. What do I need to do to move to another state (RI) with my fiance?

Jo's answer | Answered on October 20, 2011

Attorney Armstrong's answer is correct. A few additional points: The "real advantage" test asks whether you have 1) a good reason to move, and 2)...

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