Child custody question

When it comes to sensitive information, your best bet is to consult with a family lawyer who has experience with these matters. He or she will know...

How can education effect self employed Custodial Parent attempt to stop NonCustodialParent from modifying Child support

I agree with my colleagues, but I'd like to know more information about this case. It appears you already have an order -- did you finish your...

Can a mother of three get a restraining order against husband on the basis of drug abuse? How easy is the process?

I would need to know more facts in your case to determine whether you would be able to obtain a restraining order. There are more facts than are...

Is a court order valid if it was next completed and the courts have nothing on file

I agree with my colleagues about obtaining the court transcript and contacting the court reporter to do so. However, since you are in the process...

How to get custody back after juvenile court

I agree with my colleague that you need to seek the assistance of a good family lawyer in this matter. This is a complicated situation and is not...

Custody for Grandchildren

I am very sorry for your loss and for the situation you find yourself in. This is quite a complicated issue. Your best bet is to consult with a...

Can children decide what parent they want to live with?

I agree with my colleagues that the child does not make the decision with whom to live -- it is up to the court. I also agree that as the child...

Abandonment law in california?

I agree with my colleague that your question is unclear and is impossible to answer as written. Your best bet is to find a good family lawyer who...

Is it possible to get more time with my child in the future?

You may be able to get more time in the future, but this answer is based on your short paragraph here. You would need to establish paternity and...

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I have a child that I have never had visitation or custody of. I pay child support but I now want to attempt to get visitation.

As the other attorney here indicates, there are a lot of steps involved in trying to obtain visitation if you've never had it before. There are...