Can I be held in contempt for taking my kids to the emergency room?

I agree with my colleagues; however, I would take it farther. If you have a reasonable belief that a child has been abused, you may want to take...

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Can I choose not to collect child support ?

As to the parents, it is against public policy to waive the obligation to pay current child support. But, if you were on state assistance/TANF,...

If one files an ex parte restraining order does that mean a new proposed parenting plan automatically goes along with

For the most part, the law is automatic--it is directed by parties and/or their counsel generating documents and pointing out to the court that...

My ex wants Post Secondary Educational Support. A meeting to talk about it at a resolution center has been scheduled - help?

Obviously you have been well informed as to the mediation process at PCCDR. I agree with my colleague--if you have any hesitation whatsoever, hire...

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Do I need an attorney who specializes in family law?

Like my colleague, I'm wondering what exactly it is that you are looking for since I am not quite sure from your question. If, as an employer who...

What form do you use to file a motion to reinstate a dismissed case or vacate a dismissal for a family law motion?

It depends...was the case administratively dismissed perhaps for failure to follow the case schedule? You can prepare a motion to vacate...

How do I get my furniture out

You may be able to a civil assist from the police/sheriff. You may be able to have a third-party coordinate retrieval. The issue is obtaining...

My lawyer was suspended at my custody trial hearing.

I am so sorry you are going through what must be both frustrating and frightening, while you sit on the edge wondering if the judge's ruling will...

I would like an attorney's interpretation of this as to how you think a judge would interpret this

I encourage you to consult a family law attorney. The 17 words you provide can be open to interpretation--that interpretation might change...

I have questions about my protection order and my options for modifying it. I'm currently married and have a tough situation.

I agree with both colleagues. In your description of facts, you do not provide details of what prompted the entry of the DV order. But, based on...