What do we do when the children's mother is going to 30day rehab and we have shared custody?

With the mother in rehab, it is difficult to see where the risk of imminent harm would come from. I think the approach is to file a motion to...

It is not easy at all to become emancipated in Colorado unless you are 18. At 17, you would have to prove that you can support yourself...

Can I sue my ex-husband for contempt if he violated part of separation agreement?

When a client asks about contempt, I tell them to be dead serious about how important the issue is before bringing a contempt that could put the...

If no dissolution of marriage has been filed, there is nothing to prevent you from taking your son and moving. HOWEVER, Colorado has jurisdiction...

Can extended family have a negative effect on parental custody?

Mr. Deasy is right on point. If there are bad people who could harm a child with their behavior or with their attitudes, you can seek an order...

What to do after atempory injunction is filed in fl and i filed one in co and they come and took my daughter yesterday?

You have two problems. One is the question of jurisdiction that Mr. Deasy discussed. It would take very skillful lawyering to assert emergency...

I was served with divorce papers in Colorado. I had 21 days after the summons to respond. Today is 22 days is it to late?

The only reason to put a divorce on hold oher than by agreement of the parties is when a spouse is in the mlitary and is either a reserve called to...

What are my rights (& chances) as a father for out of state visitation?

The answer to this question is driven these days by the parents' and the judge's knowledge of neurodevelopment and attachment theory. It is...

If I transfer my guardianship over my chid (who is a minor) to another family member will I lose my welfare programs.

To the extent that your benefits are based upon you having a child in your care, you will lose those benefits if you transfer guardianship to...

I need child services in my daughters fathers home, will they investigate me and my familys home too because I live there too?

Both Mr. Deasy and Mr. Leroi have given you great information. You do not state why you "need to have" child services investigate. Beware that...