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Hello, I have joint legal custody of my daughter under the terms that her mother is the primary residence. Her mother and I had

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 28, 2014

If your current orders require you to attend mediation prior to filing a petition with the court, you should request mediation to address the...

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What is typically the punishment for one parent unilaterally changing schools 50 miles away with joint legal and physical?

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

I am not clear on whether mediation has occurred, but you should attend mediation if it is currently scheduled because you are required to do so by...

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Can I file for child support or is it too late?

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

It is not too late to file a petition to establish child support. You may ask for past child support for the past 3 years. If you file, the father...

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Can I get a passport for my child if father avoids me to sign docs

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

If you have a birth certificate for your child listing only you (and not the father), then you may obtain a passport for your child without written...

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Legally do I have a right to have my son repeat 7th grade if I am moving from New York to Chandler, Arizona?

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

I'm presuming that your husband agrees with your son repeating the 7th grade. You have the right as a parent to have your child repeat a grade. I...

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Is there a way to obtain a passport for a minor without father if he avoids all attempts to go do paperwork

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 23, 2014

You may use the link below to obtain information on the steps to obtain a passport for a minor child. If you are divorced and have joint legal...

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There's a child support issue with my husband can he fix papers if has not complied with child support?

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 23, 2014

If your husband is obligated to pay child support (there is a child support order in effect), and he wants to change those orders, he can file a...

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Am I responsible for transporting my daughter to see her father if he recently lost his drivers license due to a DUI?

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 23, 2014

If your parenting plan simply states that you are to meet in Casa Grande, and doesn't state that if one parent isn't able to transport the child...

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If I sign away rights to my child am I still liable for any financial responsibilities?

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 22, 2014

If your parental rights are terminated, you will still be responsible for providing financial support for your daughter (child support). You are...

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Is there a place to get free legal advice?

Shannon's answer | Answered on July 22, 2014

Many family law attorneys offer free consultations. You could also obtain legal advice through the Family Lawyer Assistance Project in Maricopa...

Shannon Bradley's Answers (749)

Hello, I have joint legal custody of my daughter under the terms that her mother is the primary residence. Her mother and I had

What is typically the punishment for one parent unilaterally changing schools 50 miles away with joint legal and physical?

Can I file for child support or is it too late?

Can I get a passport for my child if father avoids me to sign docs

Legally do I have a right to have my son repeat 7th grade if I am moving from New York to Chandler, Arizona?

Is there a way to obtain a passport for a minor without father if he avoids all attempts to go do paperwork

There's a child support issue with my husband can he fix papers if has not complied with child support?

Am I responsible for transporting my daughter to see her father if he recently lost his drivers license due to a DUI?

If I sign away rights to my child am I still liable for any financial responsibilities?

Is there a place to get free legal advice?