If both parents agree that child should be with family friend, and family friend and child want this, its easy. Friend files petition and everyone...

Sorry for being direct and to the point, but there is not likely much you can do. If you throw your child out there are potential consequences to....

You really need to speak with an attorney and spell out all your facts. There are certainly reasons why you should, and also why you should not,...

Your question gives this sight no information to analyze your situation. However, at the end of the day, a parent deciding to seek custody is a...

Parents in NY have an obligation to support their children until the child reaches the age of 21 years of age, or earlier if emancipated. It...

What husbands and wife decide to do during their marriage is up to them. Court's do not get involved in a marriages economics unless their is a...

Unless you and dad agree, you need to file a modification petition with Family Court where the Court may have to ultimately decide what happens. ...

The Court has likely appointed an attorney to represent the child. Depending on the child's age, child should reach out to his/her attorney and...

If custody is being questioned, and if prior and current drug use may be an issue, medical records appear to be relevant. Be careful in that if...

Both parents have as much "right" to the child as does the other. Mom's and dad's are treated equally, and the courts are gender neutral. ...