Questions answered by Judith Ann Routledge

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Can a judge still terminate absent parent rites with no one to replace the other parent. With no adoption !

Judith's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

I think not - a parent is not free to waive his or her parental obligations.

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Should I fight a "registration of foreign child custody order" in another state when there is a pending court date to modify?

Judith's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

California retains jurisdiction over custody as long as one parent remains in the state; contact an attorney licensed in Idaho to contest...

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Is it possible to request attorney fees prior to retaining a divorce attorney?

Judith's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

It depends on the complexity or degree of remaining issues; you can contact Department of Child Support Services (google it) and have them enforce...

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Should I file custody or just move back 3000 miles with a chance of never seeing my son.

Judith's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

The move is really a personal decision, but before you go, you need to establish a parental relationship (complaint for....) and get orders for...

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What would we have to do to have our 17 year old niece move in with us, enroll her in school and provide for medical care?

Judith's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

Since she is nearly 18, a guardianship might be unnecessary. Contact your local school district and ask whether she could be enrolled with the...

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Are the VA benefits negotiable in a contested divorce? Are VA loans an asset?

Judith's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

The court cannot order him to buy a house, and the VA benefits for house purchasing are likely to be found to be his separate property as a federal...

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Can I submit a declaration from my husband's 1st wife or does it need to be copy of the filed RFO's?

Judith's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

While I agree with Atty Straus, his first wife is free to request a trial on these reserved issues anytime she wants, and I doubt that the judge...

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How can I get my kids back with me, after giving guardianship to my children's dads niece?

Judith's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

I realize you are anxious to see your kids but you've existed without seeing them while incarcerated so a little longer isn't worth the stress you...

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Does my kids fathers new girlfriend have the right to tell me whether I can or cannot have my kids?

Judith's answer | Answered on April 06, 2016

I suggest first talking to dad; be diplomatic because he is now with this GF and might instinctively try to take her side but gently explain that...

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Can father sign a power of attorney to sister so he doesn't lose his half of the custody.

Judith's answer | Answered on April 05, 2016

If mother is unhappy with the POA and current temporary arrangement, she needs to file a Request for Order for modification of custody - at least...

Judith Ann Routledge's Answers (26936)

Can a judge still terminate absent parent rites with no one to replace the other parent. With no adoption !

Should I fight a "registration of foreign child custody order" in another state when there is a pending court date to modify?

Is it possible to request attorney fees prior to retaining a divorce attorney?

Should I file custody or just move back 3000 miles with a chance of never seeing my son.

What would we have to do to have our 17 year old niece move in with us, enroll her in school and provide for medical care?

Are the VA benefits negotiable in a contested divorce? Are VA loans an asset?

Can I submit a declaration from my husband's 1st wife or does it need to be copy of the filed RFO's?

How can I get my kids back with me, after giving guardianship to my children's dads niece?

Does my kids fathers new girlfriend have the right to tell me whether I can or cannot have my kids?

Can father sign a power of attorney to sister so he doesn't lose his half of the custody.