Precautionary Measure: Child Communication

I agree with Mr. Blattner's response. This type of scenario does not allow for a quick legal turn around, and the more you document your attempts...

What would be my chances of getting visitation at least once a month of my younger sister?

I agree with Ms. Wobber's response. I would add that you will need to prove that both parents are either unfit and/or exceptional circumstances...

What do I have to do to get my last name legally changed to my mothers last name?

I agree with the other counsel's response, however, if you are under 18 years old, then a parent (or both parents) would have to file the request...

Should I file for contempt or will I be able to explain everything in the Modification hearing. I plan to get an attorney soon.

there are pros and cons sa to whether or not to file for contempt at the same time as filing a modification. When you sit down with an attorney...

You can modify the protective order, however, the court will make sure that you are not being forced to change it.

If my daughter is emotionally stressed when with her father to the point of nail biting and tantrums is that grounds for custody

Instead of posting individual questions you should sit down in private with an attorney who can obtain all the facts and provide a detailed opinion...

Would being subjected to second hand smoke in her father's current housing situation be a good point? How about domestic abuse?

The below list are the factors the court considers when determine a custody arrangement: Primary Care Giver - Who is the person who takes care...

If he is using any recreational drugs will that be an automatic win in my favor?

Per usual David's response is spot on. Much more info is needed as to what you possible could expect a court to do.

Will his actions help my custody complaint as in it I state the children don't come 1st and he's proving this now.

a factor the court looks at when consider what custody arrangement is in a child's best interest is whether the parties have the financial ability...

How can i obtain custody?

You will need to try to and get the other party personally served. After showing the court the attempts you made to serve the other side you can...