My boyfriends custody mediator wants to speak to me. Can I refuse to be apart of their custody mediation sessions?

You can refuse to participate in the mediation if you are not a named party to the litigation. However, it may be beneficial for you boyfriend if...

Is there such a thing as binding mediation?

It sounds as if you might be thinking about binding arbitration, not mediation. If you go to arbitration, an arbitrator can make a decision, which...

Why must I attend a final hearing after mediation?

I agree with the attorneys above. It might be possible that your attorney (or the attorney) forgot to submit the form of Agreement to the court...

What do I do when I filed for emergency action on the safety of my kids but get dismissed without even talking to a judge?

It is difficult to know why the matter was dismissed without looking at the order that you received. As the attorney above noted, it may have been...

What is the law in NJ that provides child support can continue for the child into graduate school.

The most commonly cited case in this area is Ross v. Ross, 167 N.J. Super. 441, (Ch. Div. 1979).

Second Spouse's Income

If you have a written settlement agreement, that is the best place to start with regard to the college contribution and alimony issues. If the...

We used a private mediator for child custody issues my financial position is different then it was 9 years can I ask for public

I think Nathan's response above covers the availability of mediation question. He also makes a good point when he suggests that you ask for...

If this was court-ordered mediation, it is very possible that the mediation session will get rescheduled and you will have to try again.

I do not practice in California; however, it is common for courts to generate court dates on the assumption that the paperwork will be served...

How can I make sure my exs 19 yr old son stays away from my son?

Hopefully, the nineteen year old will not stay for long (as you mentioned, he has not be around your ex for some time). Your ex should be the one...