Can a non parent be granted custody of a child over the objection of two fit parents or even one fit parent?

The outcome of such a motion would be highly fact-based. The test would be the best interest of the child. Your situation sounds very strange to...

Do I half to make my son see his dad if he doesn't want to?

If you are or were married to your son's father, AND there is a court order giving father parenting time, then your son may have to see his father....

You can't prove that "he hates paying me" but with careful documentation, you can file for a Civil Protection Order for the harassment. That will...

How do I go about getting my daughter in my care?

Please forgive me, because I'm not being a smart-a** here. PLEASE GET A LAWYER. I'd be surprised if, under the circumstances, your parents haven't...

It doesn't look like your lawyer misrepresented anything. Your daughter could have easily misunderstood the pleading or notice, or just be trying...

Hello my husbands ex wife filed an ex parte for child custody against him so is she allowed to switch the kids schools?

I agree with Attorney Killian, but unless court is in a few days, you have a practical problem - how are you going to stop her? Please make sure...

What do i do at this point.

Come home, where you* are domiciled and the court has jurisdiction. (Make sure you have the address where he lives.) Please get yourself an...

Conflict in interest in custody case

That depends on whether the case your lawyer worked on for your child's mother's sister and brother is the same case the lawyer is working on for...

You may want to check your decree and local rules. In Ohio, he is required to FILE notice of intent to relocate to the Court and CSEA and SERVE a...

Domestic Violence Restraining Order Laws and Jurisdiction

I agree with Mr. Heller about service, but would need to know more about the circumstances to know if you and your children should file for a Civil...