Can I and should I hire my son his own attorney for an ongoing custody battle over him.Someone that strictly looks out for him?

An attorney for a child can be appointed by mutual agreement of the parties or by the court, but is usually reserved for very difficult cases. From...

Should I fight for full custody ? Do I have a case? Should I be paying child support?

No one can tell you whether or not you should file for custody: that is a personal decision based on the goals you have for your relationship with...

If you have not performed the parental duties for the child in the past, including having the main responsibility for the child's welfare, you lack...

Daughters father is facing felony child pornography. I have primary custody since this started. Will he loose custody totally

Not necessarily. Parental Rights and Custody are two separate issues, addressed in different areas of our state law. You may be able to gain legal...

Can I take my 2 kids on vacation to Fla even if my ex husband says "NO"

This depends on the wording of the Order. Travel restrictions have been strengthened since the new Custody Act was put in place last March. Your...

Cys had taken my daughter for investigation. It came back unfounded. Legal aid wont help me.

If the report of abuse came back as unfounded, there must be some other reason that you did not have your daughter returned. Typically Children and...

How does a restraining order affect custody?

the custody order and the restraining order have to have sue consistency otherwise you will be violating on a regular basis. If there is no danger...

I broke up with a boyfriend and he is refusing to return my cat. I have all of her adoption papers and don't know what to do.

Unfortunately, a cat does not fall under the adoption laws even though you have adoption papers: in Pennsylvania animals are considered property,...

Chances in concilliation? Dealing with child's father, who is demanding/unreasonable and previously involved very little....

During the Conciliation you will have the opportunity to present evidence and testimony as to why your child should remain with you. In addition to...

Am I held in contempt of court if there is a court order in place with scheduled visitation and I give my ex 3 weeks notice that

The Courts are aware that parents have lives and responsibilities which affect schedules, that is why the Orders can be modified by mutual consent....