Questions answered by Cathy R. Cook

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How can I fight the courts decision on temporary custody?

Cathy's answer | Answered on November 06, 2017

Some counties issue the temporary orders with the plaintiff’s filings. You will have an opportunity to challenge that order, but it will be in...

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Ex wife relocated four times in one year but never told the court or CSEA. Do I report this?

Cathy's answer | Answered on November 06, 2017

This is not a CSEA issue. It is an issue about stability for your children. If you have an issue with that, which I would think you would, you can...

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I received emancipation letter, he still owes 17,000. They are telling me they can only take a % of $ due to its back support

Cathy's answer | Answered on November 05, 2017

When they file for contempt, you should definitely appear in court and tell the magistrate or judge the situation. Or, you could file your own...

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Is there a way to get a faster custody date?

Cathy's answer | Answered on November 05, 2017

If you and the mother are in agreement on custody, you can prepare and agreed entry signed by both of you and submit that to the court prior to the...

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If I have 5 kids and never been on child support now my last 2 kids mother wants child support can they take all my check?

Cathy's answer | Answered on October 28, 2017

You will only get credit for the other children in the calculation of child support if you are actually paying support for them or they live with...

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How do I go about asking for a modification in payments due to the fact that I have 4 other kids at home to take care of?

Cathy's answer | Answered on October 28, 2017

I agree with Ms. King, and I would add that you will get no credit for the four children in the home as dependents unless you are the biological...

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What are my options when facing verbal and emotional abuse in a marriage?

Cathy's answer | Answered on October 19, 2017

I agree with Ms. King. You should discuss with your adviser the option of you and your son moving out and filing immediately for divorce,...

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I filed a civil protection order against my husband but changed my mind.

Cathy's answer | Answered on October 19, 2017

You could go to the clerk of courts and file a dismissal, or you could not appear for the hearing, and it will be dismissed. If you wait, the order...

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Which form is available for Indigence pertaining to court filing fees, motions, contempt, etc in Portage County Juvenile Court?

Cathy's answer | Answered on October 17, 2017

Also contact your local legal aid society, as they may be able to represent you.

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How can I reopen a case against the mother of my child when I signed the papers to be dismissed?

Cathy's answer | Answered on October 17, 2017

I agree you should speak to an attorney in your local area. If you never established parenting rights in Ohio, you will need to do so now. However,...

Cathy R. Cook's Answers (558)

How can I fight the courts decision on temporary custody?

Ex wife relocated four times in one year but never told the court or CSEA. Do I report this?

I received emancipation letter, he still owes 17,000. They are telling me they can only take a % of $ due to its back support

Is there a way to get a faster custody date?

If I have 5 kids and never been on child support now my last 2 kids mother wants child support can they take all my check?

How do I go about asking for a modification in payments due to the fact that I have 4 other kids at home to take care of?

What are my options when facing verbal and emotional abuse in a marriage?

I filed a civil protection order against my husband but changed my mind.

Which form is available for Indigence pertaining to court filing fees, motions, contempt, etc in Portage County Juvenile Court?

How can I reopen a case against the mother of my child when I signed the papers to be dismissed?