My 12 yr old does not like his father's girlfriend and wants his time spent with his father to be with just his father.

It seems to me that you are still resentful because your ex cheated on you and has a new woman. As painful as this must be for you, you have to let...

My children father got temporary custody of my children. I have had them for the last 7 years

You should absolutely be in recovery because alcohol abuse is one of the very important factors that courts consider. Nonetheless, you have a...

Factors in determining child custody

All of the factors you listed are important. Your husband may agree to you having primary custody - not every case ends up before a judge. You...

Is a petition for an earlier court date a viable request?

You should file an emergency petition for custody and state in it that the child's welfare is in danger when at her mother's home, because the...

At the hearing, you will testify and you will also be able to question the mother. You can bring witnesses to support your case. If you have filed...

Best route to go between child custody and law suite

Custody battles are extremely stressful. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as "enough is enough" in our court system. Filing for defamation is...

Can i be sued for alimony or child support for stepchildren if i raised them for 5yrs and claimed them on taxes but not w mother

If she files a support complaint asking for alimony or child support, you should file Preliminary Objections to the complaint alleging that you...

Stepparent Adoptions....

Termination of the biological parent's parental rights and adoption go hand in hand. So, it's a two-step lengthy and expensive process. If you...

Are the odds in our favor to get custody

Did anybody file for custody? How far apart do the parents reside? Who does the mother live with? How does she support herself? Is your husband in...

What can I do legally to guarantee my son's father will not got sole custody upon my death?

That's a really tough question. Many of us are concerned about what would happen to our children or parents if we died. Is there any reason for you...