My husband ex wife has not allowed him to see his two children in almost 4 years how do we file contempt or a change of venue ?

You’re most likely stuck with the court jurisdiction and making the drive. He needs to file for contempt and parenting time and be able to explain...

Can my ex stop paying child support if our child is 19 and starting college?

Yes, his child support should stop at 19. You should speak with a lawyer about asking him To pay college expenses. You may be too late to file for...

Go with the Informal Adjustment. A formal CHINS filing is not in your best interest.

If I file for child support for my almost 5 year old would the father get custodial rights?

If you apply for child support then his parental rights will have to be established. This will open a case with the court and most likely encourage...

Can I terminate parental right to an absentee parent

Yes. Indiana’s adoption statute allows for termination of parental rights in situations like this. Consult with an attorney to get this handled...

How do I go about gaining temporary custody of my nephews that have been taken by Child Protective Services?

If DCS has opened a formal case called a CHINS case then they need to approve a guardianship or third party custody petition. If they have not...

If you have the proper affidavit then they don’t need to be notarized.

Can I drop a restraining order against my son in the state of Indiana if he agrees to get counseling?

If it is a civil order of protection then you can dismiss. If it is a no contact order connected to a criminal case then you have to ask the judge...

If I have sole legal custody of my daughter, and there hasn't been any other determination by the court, can I move to Kentucky?

You have to follow Indiana’s relocation statute in order to move with the child.

Yes. You need to adopt. Mother can sign her consent for the adoption which will terminate her parental rights.