What do I need to file to change custody?

If, as you say, you filed a motion to amend the custody/visitation order on the general form provided by the court, and in that order you described...

Personal talk with my separated wife

Generally, parents are encouraged to communicate with each other about issues regarding the children, and it is seen as a positive step. If you...

How would supervised visitation work from across the country?

I'm afraid there is no easy answer here, and due to the very specific facts of your case, it sounds like one or both of the parties need to ask the...

What happens if my ex-husband isn't served in time??

I agree with Mr. Eells - the law demands proper notice to give the parties time to prepare and so both sides will know what they are up against. ...

Seeking lawyer to assist with credit repair

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If you are appealing a JDR judges decision to a higher court, is it ethical for that judge to hear over your other JDR hearings?

You aren't personally appealing against the judge - you're asking for a de novo hearing in the circuit court, as if the JDR hearing didn't happen....

Probably not - he "agreed" at first, then changed his mind. There was no agreement when the time for proposed visitation occurred. Frustrating,...

How can I go about becoming the legal guardian of my brother and or can he become is own guardian

If he lives in Pennsylvania, you're going to have to ask the Pennsylvania section of Avvo. Unless his home was in Virginia at some point in the...

I have a verbal agreement from my children's father to move from Va to Fl with the kids.

Agree with other counsel - I just wanted to add that, if there is no current court order, you may still want to get it in writing from the...

Wanting to relocate my children out of state?

I agree with Mr. Krietzer - check your court order for language about relocation. The standard provision that appears in some of the...