Your child support obligation will be based on your income, not your wife's income. Every situation is different, so I recommend that you seek a...

Your wife is entitled to a percentage of the increase in value of your 401(k) during the marriage. The percentage to which she will be entitled is...

My wife and daughter just immigrated to United States last week, and now she wants to split up

It is usually best to file for custody immediately so that you can secure your rights and ensure uninterrupted time with your daughter. You may...

Now, can we get separated in PA with mutual consent? If so, is it valid in India. Or any other option to improve our situation?

I am sorry to hear that your marriage is threatened. Even if you attempt reconciliation, it is important to obtain a consultation to best protect...

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Can I move to another county even though it's 35 mins away?

The custody statute sets forth the procedure you must follow to relocate. A move to a new county is a relocation. You must provide notice to dad,...

In the case of emergency custody, does the current custodian have the right to dictate visitation and child support?

If there is a current custody Order in place, the Order sets forth the schedule for custody. However, custody is always modifiable. A parent can...

How (or can I) terminate my rights and support obligations as there is no meaningful child contact?

You have an ongoing duty to support a child unless, as the other attorneys have indicated, another person adopts your child and your rights are...

Divorced dad my ex when out of town with new husband for 2 days left our daughter with her brother that is over 21

Do you have a custody order in place? You should have a "right of first refusal" in the order -- if you do not, you might want to modify the...

Can custodial parent stay home and claim vacation just to keep my daughter from seeing me?

If there is no provision providing for you to receive "make up time" I would recommend that you file to modify the custody agreement to protect...

Is this a child custody factor?

There are many factors used to determine an award in custody. I would recommend that you consult with an experienced attorney to discuss those...