Need assistance filing Pro se motion in Allegheny County family court to modify custody order. Don't qualify for assistance...

I would suggest that you take a look at the Pennsylvania Custody Statute, in particular, 23 Pa.C.S.A. Section 5328, which lists all of the relevant...

About a non custodial parent

Yes, there is no prohibition against either parent allowing the child to speak with legal counsel. Depending on the age of the child, the...

It is difficult to remove a spouse from your home, even if the home is not in his name. If a divorce action is pending, you could file a request...

Once a person surrender they're parental rights can they still be on child support?

When a child is born to an unwed mother, the only way paternity is established is by the father acknowledging his paternity in writing. This is...

Is it against the law for me to keep my son if there is no current custody agreement

If there is no existing custody order, neither parent has rights superior to the other parent until a custody order is entered. I suggest that you...

Is it possible to request that the non-custodial parent pay for travel of a minor child in a custody order?

When dealing with a long-distance custody order, ideally the issue of transportation costs should have been addressed at the time of entry of the...

I need to know if I need a form

A child custody pre-trial Memorandum is required by the Local Rules of Civil Procedure in Berks County. You can look up the local rule on the...

Can my fiancee file a motion in court to as the judge to include me in the Family counseling?

I agree with the other attorney responses. It may be necessary and even advisable to have you participate in the family counseling at some point...

Can my husband contest APL if he comes with a lawyer to our hearing? Can he decide to cancel the divorce just to avoid APL?

Even if you cannot afford to take an attorney to court with you, I would strongly urge you to consult with an attorney familiar with Berks County...

Does my husband HAVE to send his son back to Florida if he is enrolled in school in Pennsylvania?

If there is an existing custody order in Florida giving Mother custody, Father should not simply keep the child in PA, despite the school...