Do I need a Custody lawyer?

The problem with not filing for allocation of parental responsibilities is that both you and he can keep her and not return her to the other...

What are my rights as a step-mom to see my step daughter?

There is a question as to whether this jail situation is long term or short term. There is some caselaw which suggests that a parent can assign...

How do I modify a parenting plan?

It is the mother who holds mental health decision making per your question. You would file a motion to modify the decision making and would have...

Been through a mediator for custody (me, father has decision making) we get 50/50 and now the mother is homeless???

If Mother will not voluntarily agree to a modification and she truly is without a place to sleep, you may have the basis for a motion to restrict...

Once the paternity test confirms someone is the dad, will they be put on the birth certificate?

For better or worse, you and this individual made a child. You will now share that child for the rest of your lives. If he is not a fit parent,...

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How can I get full decision making and parenting time?

Mr. LeRoi is correct. You need to consult with a family law attorney to have a discussion and full opportunity to ask all of the questions you...

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How do supervised visits go when there is a permanent restraining order protecting me and the child is only one?

You select a professional supervision facility. You arrive and drop the child off 10-15 minutes before the father picks child up. He leaves at...

Do I have to get emancipated in order to live on my own at the age of 17?

You are to be congratulated for learning how to take care of yourself and accomplish what you have when the adults in your life have not been able...

To fully interpret what your orders mean, you might consider scheduling a consultation with a family law attorney to fully review the paperwork and...

How can i get a judge to change a order due to new circumstances when im in another state?

It sounds like right now there is some type of support order from IL. You could file for allocation of parental responsibilities in CO since you...