Questions answered by Michelle Ericka Goldstein

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Can I move with my 4 kids a few hours or out of state without custody order without father permission?

Michelle's answer | Answered on September 07, 2016

No, you may not. Section 5337 of the custody statute requires that you file a notice of relocation and serve a counter affidavit upon father...

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Can I transfer my case to my state which is CT or do I have to modify it again in Philadelphia?

Michelle's answer | Answered on September 07, 2016

Let me begin with my advice regarding an attorney that guarantees an outcome. Do not retain that attorney. No attorney may know the exact outcome...

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If I have a custody order in place. What are the outcomes of modifying the order?

Michelle's answer | Answered on September 02, 2016

If you've been in Lancaster for six months with the child, you may file a petition for modification in Lancaster County and request that the new...

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Who do I turn to for help with filing a modification for child custody? And who can represent me?

Michelle's answer | Answered on August 10, 2016

You need to file a complaint for custody and request specific periods of time with the children. You may do this on your own, or a smarter way...

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I have no legal representation as of yet can I still contact my ex's attorney to try to settle things out of court?

Michelle's answer | Answered on August 09, 2016

Yes, you may contact your ex's attorney to try and settle it but it is never wise to tread legal waters without an attorney.

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Why can't she move?

Michelle's answer | Answered on July 28, 2016

Because the custody statute requires parties looking to relocate to follow the provisions of 23 PA.C.S section 5337. I suggest having your...

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Grandparents Rights in Pa.

Michelle's answer | Answered on July 24, 2016

I'm not sure of the facts of your case as stated in your question. Who has a mental health issue? I suggest you contact an attorney swap to discuss...

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I'm wondering how to go about getting temporary custody of kids

Michelle's answer | Answered on July 22, 2016

I suggest you retain an attorney to file for emergency custody of the children. You may file under the in loco parentis provision of the custody...

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Do I have the right to know my ex husbands address, since my child goes there?

Michelle's answer | Answered on July 21, 2016

The Complaint for Custody must be mailed to his last known address for Family Business Court. At that time he must fill out a criminal history...

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What do i do when i want custody of my child and the parent that does have custody lives in new york???

Michelle's answer | Answered on June 18, 2016

You need to hire an attorney that practices in the county in New York where the child resides. Good luck.

Michelle Ericka Goldstein's Answers (470)

Can I move with my 4 kids a few hours or out of state without custody order without father permission?

Can I transfer my case to my state which is CT or do I have to modify it again in Philadelphia?

If I have a custody order in place. What are the outcomes of modifying the order?

Who do I turn to for help with filing a modification for child custody? And who can represent me?

I have no legal representation as of yet can I still contact my ex's attorney to try to settle things out of court?

Why can't she move?

Grandparents Rights in Pa.

I'm wondering how to go about getting temporary custody of kids

Do I have the right to know my ex husbands address, since my child goes there?

What do i do when i want custody of my child and the parent that does have custody lives in new york???