How old does a child have to be to say who they want to live with?

In general, children never have the power to choose where to live -- that is an adult issue and limited to the adults. You don't say that there are...

Can I move my kids too upstate new York ?

You say that you had a hearing, and there were orders. Those orders would control, and one would need to review those orders to answer your...

That depends on how old that order is, and if you have any material change in circumstances to justify a review of the order. The best thing to do...

Is this patient privacy violation to pursue ?

This does not appear to be a child abuse issue, I am changing the practice area so that you receive appropriate responses.

My 15 yr old sons rights have been taken away by a Doctor and a boys home where he is kept? We need help.

Yes, you need help. The best thing to do is get with an experienced family law attorney to review all of your facts and papers.

Can I adopt children that I am legal guardian of?

From the sound of things, you may well be able to, as the parents have not complied with the court orders. The best thing to do is get with an...

What happens to my grandchild if CPS wants to place them with me but I am physically unable to care for them?

In general, if there are additional family option, CPS may look there. Failing that, foster care.

Crucial information excluded from child evaluation report?

You can try, but you will probably not succeed. Usually custody evaluators have limited immunity from suit. But, in court you had the opportunity...

Modifying child support in Florida, originating order from Puerto Rico.

That all depends on what the original orders say (like, does support end at 18?) whether you are current (or are they collecting arrearages?), and...

How do I even start a divorce when I have no money, have a special needs boy, but can't go back to husband because of abuse?

Check with your local Legal Aid Society, or local bar association programs.