What state would I go through to file to get my daughter back?

I would suggest you start with the court located in the county in which you lived when your mother gained custody. You are looking for the court in...

Visitation

A mediation is not a hearing and the mediator does not make any decisions. A mediator's role is to facilitate an agreement between the parties. ...

Is what he did considered abandonment and do i have the legal to move her into my home?

Based on the information provided in your question it appears that you do have the right to physical custody of your daughter. You should strongly...

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How do I get custody?

Based on the information you have shared in your question, it appears that your getting custody of the children in the initial divorce proceedings...

Florida law enforcement does not have jurisdiction outside the State of Florida and will not go to another state to exercise the writ of bodily...

How do I find the right legitimate attorney

I suggest that your daughter start by contacting her local legal aid society. She may not qualify for legal aid, but they may be able to provide...

Does my child have to go back to his father.

If the family law case is out of NY, you would be best served by consulting with an attorney licensed to practice in NY. You did not say how old...

The judge has ordered mediation for my pro se motion for temp. visitation. she ordered

Your question is somewhat confusing, but I will attempt to provide some guidance. If the judge has signed an order for mediation and included...

How do i go about gaining voluntary custody of my 15 year old niece?

I would suggest that when you consult with an attorney you discuss the possibility of temporary custody by an extended family member under Chapter...

Filing a divorce

Florida is a no-fault divorce state, so in general it does not matter who files first for divorce. Once advantage of letting your spouse file...