Where do I have to file my petition?

You file in the home state of the child, which is the most recent state in which he lived for 6 months, so if you have been in Utah for at least 6...

Jurisidiction...relocation?

Under the UCCJA, the home state of the children is the most recent state in which they lived for 6 months. So, you could return to Wisconsin and...

I have had cases involving social workers before and believe me, they are not easy. You may have difficulty finding an attorney to handle your...

Can I modify a custody agreement to include types of punishment allowed?

You really need an attorney to represent you. You have two alternatives. First, if your parenting plan or order states that mediation is...

How would I go about taking custody of my nephew?

You would have to file a petition for custody in the juvenile court for your county. You would have to have proof that they are unfit, not just...

Mom and dad are not married. Mom left the state of Kansas and the child is staying with the grandma. Dad want his daughter

Dad can go to the juvenile court and file a petition for legitimation and custody. I strongly recommend Dad have an attorney.

A restraining order against a rapist if police failed to help victim?

You are not done with the criminal side of this yet. Since the local police refused to assist, if it was your local municipal police, go now to...

This is a serious situation that requires competent legal assistance. Have your mom find a lawyer here on Avvo that understands both the juvenile...

Is she violating the visitation order?

Absolutely she if violating it. Run, don't walk, to your attorney and ask him/her to file a petition for contempt. The whole idea of parenting...

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I need help getting grandparent visitation for my 10 year old grandson. I have had visitation for 7 years then they stopped.

You need to immediately seek out a family law attorney in your state. you may need to seek grandparent visitation rights if your state has a law...