My wife would like to know if we are allowed any type of contact during the separation period of a divorce & the divorce itself?

Separated spouses may have contact with each other during their separation. If you are still living in the same home, you should be cautious to...

What is the first step in getting a divorce?

Many of the questions are very fact specific, Generally speaking, in a divorce, the court must make decisions on custody, equitable distribution,...

A judge is likely to be very concerned about violating the prohibition on drinking during custodial time, provided that you can actually prove the...

What are my options for selling the marital home from my divorce?

One option you may have is requesting that the Court appoint a Commissioner to sell the home if your ex will not cooperate. This option may require...

Could I lose my custody case because I moved to another state before petition was filed? Also if I receive public assistance?

The court can consider your relocation as a fact in the custody case. It is not clear from your question whether or not you took the children when...

Any direct support her parents provide in terms of cash or paying expenses can be considered income and can count in the support calculation. You...

It does not seem like your wife has been transparent with you in your business and financial dealings. You should review the financial records that...

Unless the custody order provides otherwise you do not need to update your phone number with the other parent.

Final order entered 3 weeks ago. "mom" has child 75%. Once order was entered, "mom" will not let him talk to child via phone...

If the case has been transferred to the circuit court you could file a motion for temporary telephone visitation and docket it on the court's...

Can I get sole legal and physical custody of the kids if their dad is not paying childsupport?

Failure to pay child support is generally not a basis to reduce custody and visitation rights. However, if you have evidence that the father is...