It sounds like the paternal grandparents have filed a non-parental custody case, you were ordered by the court to submit to testing for drugs, and...

My daughter has been given a medical diagnoses which requires medication. Her father is objecting to this. what can i do for her

The only safe way to deal with this dispute is to file an appropriate motion. You'll have to go to mediation first if your parenting plan has that...

What is considered mental abuse?

A counselor may or may not consider your wife's behavior abusive, but a judge won't consider that domestic violence. It’s always best to consult...

Does my ex HAVE to go to Meditation if I request? Our PP states we can use a dispute resolution process when we do not agree.

Your ex's specific obligation for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) depends on the wording of the order. When my client's order requires ADR "as...

Can I request supervised visitations?

You can request supervised visits since the child is still an infant and the other parent uses drugs. The judges are especially cautious about...

Can your spouse use past post partum depression against you in trying to receive full custody.

In custody cases the judges consider all factors that bear on each parent's ability to parent. Your history of depression will be considered, but...

How does one enforce terms of a divorce decree?

You should be able to file a motion to enforce the decree. The proper remedy would probably be replevin. It’s always best to consult with a good...

My spouse is trying to leave me the debt in a divorce, can filing for bankruptcy be a good strategy?

You should re-post this inquiry on the bankruptcy forum.

We have full custody of our grandaughter whom we have raised for nine years. How can we adopt her?

See my AVVO Legal Guides on non-parental custody and adoption for more information about the legal issues raised by your inquiry. Please keep in...

BAH is included in income for child support calculations. It’s always best to consult with a good family law attorney to discuss the details before...