Questions answered by Christopher R. Whittingham

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In divorce court - if judge orders money to be paid from a bond for child support and I appeal - does it stop transfer of money

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2014

In general, merely filing a notice of appeal does not stop the effect of a court order. A party must request a stay from the lower court, and if...

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If the mother of my 2 kids had them taken away from her by dcf, can she and I still talk outside of court?

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 20, 2014

As long as there is not a 209A restraining order against you, DCF hasn't ordered her not to speak with you, and you have not omitted any...

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Do i need physical custody to file a restraining order?

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 16, 2014

More facts are needed. It does not sound like there are grounds for a restraining order for which you would have to show the presence of abuse. ...

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If my attorney refuses to make a argument in a motion that would win my case is that ineffective?

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 14, 2014

Just because something is on the internet does not mean it's accurate. Lawyers go to law school to learn legal analysis, how to distinguish facts,...

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Can a mother move out of state with an infant prior to a custody hearing? If she has done so already what steps can be taken?

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 02, 2014

You should file a paternity case in the Bristol County Probate and Family Court, and ask for orders regarding custody and visitation. It is not...

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I was evicted from my apt at a trial. Had an easy questions

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 21, 2014

Once the landlord receives the judgment and execution, he or she must hire a constable or sheriff to serve a 48 hour written notice on the tenant...

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I have a pending Complaint for Modification of a custody agreement (filed a year ago.) The pre-trial hearing in the case ...

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 16, 2014

You could try and call the Register for the particular judge assigned to the case, and ask if the motion could be heard, either before the pretrial...

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Appealing a restraining order.

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 16, 2014

A party has thirty days in which to file a notice of appeal in a civil case, including a Chapter 209A proceeding. If that deadline is missed, an...

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I wrote A NON YHREATENING LETTER AND GOT CHARGED WITH CRIMMINAL CONTEMT FIRST CLASS E WILL THIS BE REDUCED TO A MISDERMEANOR

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 16, 2014

You should hire a lawyer right away. There is not enough information given to provide an adequate response. The lawyer will be able to look at...

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How long before the custody trial must I produce evidence I intend to use.

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 01, 2014

For contested trials, the courts usually issue an order governing when pretrial memoranda are due. The pretrial memorandum contains a party's...

Christopher R. Whittingham's Answers (411)

In divorce court - if judge orders money to be paid from a bond for child support and I appeal - does it stop transfer of money

If the mother of my 2 kids had them taken away from her by dcf, can she and I still talk outside of court?

Do i need physical custody to file a restraining order?

If my attorney refuses to make a argument in a motion that would win my case is that ineffective?

Can a mother move out of state with an infant prior to a custody hearing? If she has done so already what steps can be taken?

I was evicted from my apt at a trial. Had an easy questions

I have a pending Complaint for Modification of a custody agreement (filed a year ago.) The pre-trial hearing in the case ...

Appealing a restraining order.

I wrote A NON YHREATENING LETTER AND GOT CHARGED WITH CRIMMINAL CONTEMT FIRST CLASS E WILL THIS BE REDUCED TO A MISDERMEANOR

How long before the custody trial must I produce evidence I intend to use.