In addition to what the other attorney posted, there is a new law that was passed in Ohio a couple of months ago which is referred to as the...

In a Custody Dispute-If I File Bankrupcy Will The Juvenile Court Find Out And Use It Against Me? Or Should I Wait Till After?

Legally, the court is not supposed to weigh a parties economic circumstances in determining custody. That being said, they will certainly want you...

What does it take to prove a 17 year old mother unfit?

There is alot of information that is missing to give a full answer to this question, but I will say this: it sounds to me (and I'm guessing here)...

If one party does not have an attorney, will the courts appoint one?

A court is not required to appoint counsel in private custody matter if the Children's Services Board in your county is not involved. Although...

Is there a way I can force my daughter into drug rehab?

You do have some options, but I warn you they are not for the faint of heart. In Butler County our juvenile court accepts private filings (meaning...

I have no lease and live with my wife in a home owned by her father can he put me out at anytime?

Short answer: Not without a legal proceeding. Your wife will either have to file a divorce and file for exclusive use of the marital residence...

Adoption is definitely where you are headed. But, there is no reason I am aware of (given the facts as they have been described) that juvenile...

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How long can a mommy be gone from children before daddy can file for full custody in the state of Ohio?

As pointed out by Attorney Piper, there is no amount of time which much lapse. However, if the Mother has left the children with you for a...

Boyfriend an ex wife have shared parenting but has been no residental parent chose for School, how will they determine that?

Your boyfriend needs to secure an attorney if he hasn't already, and presuming the truth of your statemetns, possibly attempt to be named...

Can my wife move out of state with her daughter to live with me?

Based on these facts, you want to secure an attorney. There is a high liklihood that with the assistance of counsel you will be able have your wife...