Can she refuse my weekend placement time because I was 50min late??

If your custody order is silent on this subject, perhaps it would make sense to revise it to account for these situations. One example would be...

What does it take for the Judge to take a few minutes to listen and consider the facts to consider modifying placement/custody?

You don't indicate whether you've had a child custody lawyer representing you. If not, that may be the problem. If both you and your ex are...

Without reading the exact language in the order, it is difficult to know whether your move would be a violation. In general, moving 10 miles away...

Your daughter will not likely testify in court. That is extremely rare. Her concerns will be represented by a guardian ad litem (a lawyer...

Live in WI,pay Child Sup for 2 kids. New baby coming, can it be lowered?

You must show a substantial change in circumstances. Simply having a new child may not be enough. Generally, the mother moving in with a...

Does past precedence play a factor in a guardian ad litem's recommendation on placement? or What Factors play in a Flex Schedule

A 5 day on/5 day off schedule normally provides some consistency, but may not do so in your case because that schedule would not be followed. The...

Is it wise and in my best interest to draw on early retirement monthly to offset my husbands maintenance due to me?

Accounting for maintenance when one spouse retires can be tricky. The judge will usually try to determine if retiring at a certain age is...

I would add that if your ex agrees to terminate his rights, you can proceed with the stepparent adoption at the same time. You can get started on...

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What rights can i get for custody and visitation

First order of business is to file a paternity action immediately. That will establish that you are the legal father, and permit you to request...

How old does a kid have to be to to make their own decision in a placement case?

There is no magic age. Until a child reaches majority (age 18), then do not choose where they live. That does not mean that a child does not have...