I left my bipolar husband because he became violent, how do I protect me and my kids and my money and assets?

You should call a lawyer and get advice as soon as possible. Your situation is too complex for an AVVO to give your situation justice.

How do I know if mediators recommended by opposing counsel are unbiased?

The best way to decide if a mediator recommended by your husband's lawyer is unbiased is to call the mediator and talk with them. You should ask...

Tough question with a multitude of potential answers. You need to consult with a lawyer about you unique situation. Abusive use of conflict is...

Is this contempt of court?

You need to inform your children's father of your itinerary a reasonable time before you leave, not after the 48 hours has elapsed. I have seen...

What is reasonible telephone contact with children with other parent?

The local family law courts grapple with these kinds of things a lot. I have had judicial officers say that a parent has a right to take a child's...

Does one parent automaticly have full custody of a child just because they have had the child for five years? Or is it the perso

Its a good idea for you to consult with a lawyer about this situation, and probably a good idea to file with the court for a custody/visitation...

Do I have to give a make up visit because ex was uanble to take our children when he was scheduled to?

What does your court order say? If there is no court order, then whatever visitation arrangements you two make are between you two and no contempt...

I want to petition to change the Child custody order in Washington to be a joint order

Talk with a lawyer about our situation. These issues are complex and fact-specific, so it is difficult to provide a coherent answer to them with a...

At what age does a human being have the right to speak and be heard in regards to their life? Do I have jurisdiction and or cust

You need to consult with a lawyer. The law surrounding your situation is too complex for a simple answer through AVVO.

How do I file a contempt of court if I don't have an address for the my sons dad? I want to file for full custody of our child.

You are in a difficult situation here. First, you have to be able to serve him with your papers in order to take action against him. If you...