Can my children's father give his parenting time to his mother if he is out of town or ill?

Ms. Martin offers good advice. These matters are best handled with communication and reaching an understanding with the father. Review your court...

Do I pursue contempt charges against my ex-wife regarding parenting orders?

I agree with Mr. Jaap. The child here is being harmed. He/she is entitled to two parents. The issue of custody should be investigated along with...

What steps do we take as grandparents in getting custody of our 2 granddaughters

I agree with Ms. Kirby. I've handled cases like this, both with CSB and privately. I'd advise CSB first, as a private action is very expensive. You...

How reputable are the online dissolution services?

I agree with my fellow counsel. I have a page on my website, and some articles on my blog, dealing with these alternate legal services, should you...

Ask yourself how well shared parenting is working? Do you cooperate in decision making generally? Is communication good to excellent with your ex?...

Hello, In preparing a will, I have a couple who I want to guide to have my children if something happens to me. DO they have to

You should have an attorney prepare your will and any other documents related to your estate/end of life. I had a good friend who did it herself,...

Can I move from Ohio to Louisiana in order to protect my daughter and be closer to family

I agree with my colleagues. You state that you are 19 and a single mother. I suspect that you were never married to the father. IF that is the...

Do I have the opportunity to file for visitation for my son if I'm going to be paying child support?

My colleagues are correct. In Ohio, an unwed father has an obligation to support his children, but no rights as to the child absent a court order....

How is that possible?

I agree with Ms. King, and my other colleagues offer good advice. If you did not have an attorney either in domestic or juvenile court (whichever...

My husband stole our joint savings. How do I reclaim whats mine?

I agree with Mr. Sheets. Even from you brief description, it is clear that this will start as a contested divorce, and you cannot trust your spouse...