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What are my options? I had taken my son to his fathers for visitation and now will not return him. There is no custody order.

Emi's answer | Answered on April 27, 2015

You should contact a local family law attorney immediately. Pennsylvania law will dictate the extent of your son's father's rights depending on...

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I am intending to move out & file once i have left. can i take any marital property from home when I leave or premarital only

Emi's answer | Answered on April 27, 2015

You can probably take your necessary property, such as clothing, shoes, certain pieces of excess furniture, cookware, etc., even if it's community...

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Where do I have to file to modify custody and support?

Emi's answer | Answered on April 27, 2015

I agree with my colleague's answer but wanted to recategorize this under family law so you attract the right kind of assistance.

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I filed my response, now what?

Emi's answer | Answered on October 23, 2014

If you filed a response to a motion, then the moving party has an opportunity to file a reply to your response before the Court will rule on the...

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What books and legal documents (maybe websites) are best to study about filing for custody modification?

Emi's answer | Answered on October 18, 2014

Most state courts offer extensive self-help resources online. You should check out your local state court family law division for relevant laws and...

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Is there a law that makes PA child support stay in that state until the child is 18?

Emi's answer | Answered on October 18, 2014

Any state can acquire jurisdiction over a child support order if the order is properly domesticated in that state. It sounds like you also want to...

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Would this statement mean we can't have my husbands child? He went into jail for a for a few days for child support but is out.

Emi's answer | Answered on October 18, 2014

This statement is open to several interpretations. To me, this language suggests that your parenting plan should be reevaluated in the event that...

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Supervised visitation

Emi's answer | Answered on October 18, 2014

It sounds like your son's father is a complete stranger to him. Most courts will not force a child to interact with anyone who is a stranger to the...

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The state of AZ is requesting a child support hearing for me and my 3 mo. old son against my ex would it be wise if I had a job

Emi's answer | Answered on October 18, 2014

I would not advise against becoming employed if it will improve you and your child's life. While increased income can result in a lesser support...

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What court do I discuss this type of judgment?

Emi's answer | Answered on October 18, 2014

If the judgment against your ex was entered in family court for an overpayment of child support, you should enforce the judgment in family court. ...

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