I live in Rhode Island and I want to move out-of-state to Massachusetts with my minor son. Can my ex-husband prevent this?

Both lawyers are giving sound advise. I would suggest that you start by reviewing your Marital Settlement Agreement or Final Judgment to see if...

Is it worth taking my sons father to court for custody even if I don't want or need him on child support

It is always prudent to get an order for custody. It avoids future disputes and who has the child and when; it can be as loose as just requiring 24...

How do I obtain a court order to take my child out of state for 10 days?

There is no time for delay. Unless there is a real problem with the child being alone with you , or the child is so young that travel away from...

Who has immediate custody of children when the parents were never married and it has NOT gone to court?

There are many layers to your question. A lot may depend on the age of the children. There is a consideration concerning the new residence - who...

Father's Rights attorney

You obviously need a lawyer who is experienced in Family Court. If this will be the first court order for custody/visitation, you must understand...

I would make sure all requests are in writing so you have proof of all attempts that you have made. With that in mind, I suggest that the first...

Divorce took place, 9 years ago, in South Carolina when Court awarded Ex-Wife Alimony. Now RI resident.

This is a difficult question. The first analysis that must be made is whether the alimony is modifiable or not. If the alimony was awarded by the...

I agree with Neville. However, in reviewing the title of your question, I do not believe that Social Security benefits can be "garnished" before...

How can I get my case moved from CT to RI?

Your question leaves some wiggle room for an answer. There may be different answers depending on the issue being presented. If you are asking a...

How much consideration is given by the judge if a child of 8 speaks to the judge and states that she wants to go back to her Mom

Your statement leaves a lot of questions unanswered. How much influence is being put on the child by you or others to report the bullying to the...