At what age can a child tell a judge were had like to live?

Every judge is different when it comes to issues such as this. Some judges may require contact between son and father, even if it's just joint...

After nearly 5 years with no progress, can I withdraw my motion to modify the existing custody agreement that started it all?

You always have the option of dismissing your Motion to Modify. However, if your ex has filed cross-pleadings, only he can dismiss those...

My friends soon to be ex wife has a restraining order against him can she keep asking him questions? Can he respond?

Yes, she can attempt to talk with him all she wants. There is no court order that prevents her from having contact with him. However, if he...

You and your boyfriend can go to the police with this information. If the police determine that it violates the Order of Protection, they can...

16 year old daughter refuses to go with father after he remarried, he never previously followed the plan now he wants to play?

I have known some judges who will insist that the child follow the parenting plan and custody schedule. I have known other judges who will not...

Do we have to drop for dfs as grandparents

If your grandchildren are in the custody of the Juvenile Court with an assigned caseworker through the Children's Division, you may be required to...

Father moved out of state almost 4 years ago without following MO statute; but he did not take the child.

You need to immediately schedule a consultation with an experienced family law attorney who regularly practices in the county where the...

I live I Missouri and My friend in Texas has asked me to take her 4 year old. What is the simple route without court?

There is no simple way, without involving a court, to take custody of someone else's child without the risk that one or both of you end up charged...

Your best and most important option right now is to immediately schedule a consultation with an experienced family law attorney who regularly...

You should immediately speak with your attorney about this. If you do not have an attorney, you should immediately schedule a consultation with an...