For what reasons could my petition for custody of a child and modifications of an existing order for another kid be thrown out?

It could be for any number of reasons. The judge should have told you why the case was dismissed. If the case never got to the judge for a hearing,...

My ex has physical custody of our daughter and she is living with me- he says he can't do it. But picks her up from school and..

Your question is hard to follow. If custody has never been addressed by the courts, then you need to file a petition for...

If one parent has primary physical custody (VA) in a joint custody determination can i keep our child without violating the law?

You need to speak to an attorney in Colorado. If your daughter has lived there for at least 6 months, and she wasn't hidden away from the mother,...

My daughter's father is refusing to bring her home in a timely fashion after visit & refusing to take her to soccer practices.

What are the terms in your custody/visitation order? If he is in violation of the terms, you may file a petition to show cause (contempt). If he is...

First child support hearing when TANF is involved?

The first part of your question is too general to answer in regards to what you should expect. The second part is easy, however. If he fails to pay...

In dividing a retirement savings account post divorce, is the receiving party entitled to get market growth?

Without seeing your divorce decree and any other supporting documentation, it is difficult to answer your question directly. You should take your...

How do I go about getting more child support?

You would need to file a petition for support in JDR court. Child support is determined by using statutory guidelines applied to the parents'...

My older daughter, who is 15, is resisting visitation during my time, which i have her 50/50. Her mom says she can't force her.

Your daughter is 15 and you and mom make the rules. The mother is subject to the terms of the custody order and it is her duty to see that the 15...

Yes, you may sue for "malicious prosecution". In order to sue, you must meet two criterion: 1) you must have the charge dismissed, dropped or found...

GAL- can you request the same one, or how about a CASA?

This is at least the third post you have made regarding your case. You need legal counsel. You are involved in a matter with two attorneys (three...