How old does the child of a divorced couple need to be before they can make the decision of which parent they want to live with?

18. Before then, the child's input is considered by the court but it is only one of multiple factors to be considered in a custody determination.

Can my boyfriend adopt my daughter?

Perhaps but it's most likely that the court will want him to be married to you. I suggest that you consult with a local attorney experienced in...

On the custody paperwork my ex did not list any of their charges when should i bring them up? in court or the conciliation?

What "charges" are you referring to? Are you suggesting that there are criminal matters that you believe should have been indicated on the Criminal...

Should my daughter be in foster care under CYS ?

There is no way to answer this question in an online forum like this. CYS's mandate is to protect children. They sometimes seem to be painfully...

What's the next step I have to take if my husband refuses to sign the divorce papers?

Mr. Sipe is correct. A process server is a ood idea. Or, if you want to try another way first, you can send him the divorce complaint by Certified...

My daughter lost custody of her 2 children about 5 years ago because she was on heroin. She has been drug free since then.

Your daughter should consult with a local attorney experienced in family law. Domestic Relations does not handle custody cases. As far as your own...

This situation, if true, could result in dad getting supervised visitation or having some other form of restriction placed on his time with the...

Can a parent take a child whenever they want if there is no custody order, and the parents are married but separated?

Father should immediately consult with an experienced family law attorney in his are to discuss options, which would most definitely include filing...

We need help.

It appears that this matter would fall under TX jurisdiction. I can tell you that, in PA, the court will generally not terminate a parents rights,...

I am taking care of all expenses for adult sons. I have been separated from my husband for a long time. What can I do?

It's difficult to analyze what you may and may not be entitled to from your husband, but the one thing that is certain is that you should consult...