If my ex files for custody before I do can he make are son go back to the state we lived in before he kicked us out
There is a jurisdiction issue. Iowa may have jurisdiction if the father files in that state.
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There is a jurisdiction issue. Iowa may have jurisdiction if the father files in that state.
The new custody statutes should help you to obtain more parenting time and could reduce child support. Contact a family law attorney.
I agree with the other attorney. Wait to see if he reappears and takes interest in seeing the child. Then contact a family law attorney.
You need a family law attorney ASAP.
You need to contest the guardianship. Get a family law attorney ASAP.
Your standing to get custody is slim. Perhaps you could work into a guardianship. Might be better to work with the natural father if he has any...
The court will consider custody according to the child's best interests. Some of the facts you have presented are relevant. Contact a family law...
I agree with the other lawyers. You are not required to give them visitation, however, you might consider the common sense approach.
At 17 years old law enforcement usually do not choose to get involved. Consult with your fathers attorney so he does not get in trouble.
When you go to get your daughter for your parenting time take a copy of your decree. If you wife refuses to give you visitation call the sheriff or...