From what you have stated, C&Y has acted within their rights. There is the general right to due process, however, whenever a child is involved, C&Y...

How far back can I request child support?

In Pennsylvania, child support begins upon the date of filing your petition for support. Therefore, you need to file immediately to start the...

Now I feel I have to repair my relatioship with my parents or I don't have a chance in hell to get my custody back. On top of th

Listen to your attorney.

What can I do to be legally able to take care of needs stepchildren. Without adoption. Dad has full legal/physical custody

You could request the Court to grant you in loco parentis, or friend of the court, to act on the child's behalf. If you are granted that, you would...

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My brother in laws girlfriend keeps calling n I feel is harassing us.

You will want to send her a "Cease and Desist" letter, which fortunately you can find the language online. The language basically says that she...

When i was a child dad used to beat me with the metal part of his belt allot did drugs to fight the pain could i sue loss suffe

You may have the right to seek criminal action for certain actions, and if they are determined to be founded, you may have a chance at a civil...

My mom agreed to watch my son over night and when i got home she had told me that she had went for custody of my son

Has the Court already granted temporary custody to your mother? Generally, grandparents only obtain custody/visitation rights under limited...

I just got back from a domestic Relations hearing and my ex wife is appealing.

Your wife has the right to appeal for a de novo (new) hearing before either the Master or a Judge. However, emancipation only occurs when the child...

How do I seek a lawyer who is liscensed and versed in PA and Ohio child custody law?

There are attorneys who have both a OH and PA license, but it may take some searching. Look through sites like avvo.com or contact your local bar...

Can my daughter be declared emancipated?

Emancipation occurs when the child graduates high school or turns 18, whichever occurs later. So, if she quit school, even if getting a GED (not...