Father of my children files for joint custody do I need to contest it before the actual court date..or just show up to court

I agree with Mr. Carter. You should get involved as early as possible to in order to have proper input into the case. I may be as also noted there...

How much does it cost on lawyer to get divorce and custody of my kids.Also what do I pay before divorce.

Impossible to answer here. You need to check around with divorce attorneys. Fees will vary from attorney to attorney.

I have a friend who wants to get a divorce. What is the first step? Also.

Get an attorney that handles family law.

If all papers have been filed and the divorce is uncontested, can the divorce be finalized in less than 6 months?

In Ohio yes, in your state, you need to consult an attorney. I don't know for MA.

Property division during divorce at zero or negative value

Seems like it's time to get an attorney and stop going through the cousin.

I'm in a divorce and my ex has put all the bills back in my name, even though I no longer live in the house. What do I do?

If there is a divorce filed, file a motion with the court.

I just overcame a bogus Domestic Violence claim filed by my ex wife to circumvent the visitation that I was granted.

You could but I but it may be hard putting a number value on it. Why not consult an attorney about custody.

My ex is Moving in 3 days. He wont give me his new address. He is scheduled to pick up our kids in 3 days. Can I withhold them?

I believe Jay gave a very detailed and good answer. You have the right to know where your children are. A contempt is not always lost just because...

Get an attorney and be looking at supervised or restricted visitation.

Can my ex husband take my son from me b/c I tried to commit suicide 12 yrs. ago? My son is 10 now and I have full custody of him

Always a chance but it shouldn't be for that reason. That was already known in 2007. Get an attorney and file to restrict his visitation.