| Third Parties' Rights to Custody of a Child |
| In certain circumstances, third parties are awarded custody of children whose parents are divorcing. Gain an understanding of when a non-parent will be granted custody of a child, the third parties that typically seek custody, and some of the barriers to such custody awards. |
| Child Abuse & Child Custody |
| Although courts encourage the relationship between a child and both parents, courts consider conduct detrimental to the child in deciding custody and visitation. Child abuse or evidence of domestic violence could cause a parent loss of custody and may result in limited, restricted, or denial of visi |
| Custodian's Relocation and Modifying Child Custody |
| The relocation of a custodial parent is one of the many reasons that can cause the filing of a petition to modify a child custody order. Examine some of issues that arise when a custodial parent wants to move away with the child and some tactics that the non-custodial parent can use to prevent it. |
| Types of Child Custody |
| There are four main types of child custody: joint child custody, sole/ full custody, nonparental/third party custody, and split custody. An understanding of the types of custody is useful in considering a child custody arrangement in a divorce, or when facing custody challenges due to various life |
Ask a Lawyer - Child Custody Law questions answered by leading lawyers |
| Can I Hide My Unborn Child From His Dad? |
| I just have a simple question. I have been dating a guy now for 4 years. He has three warrants out for his arrest and has gotten physical with me before. I just found out I'm pregnant and I am terrified to be permanently linked to him forever. Can I legally move away and never tell him about the... |
| Can I Sign Over Rights To My Kid? |
| Can I sign over my parental rights without the mother of my son agreeing to it. And what all has to happen if she does or doesn't have to agree to it? |
| I Cannot Find My Spouse |
| I have been married for last 16 years. During that time my husband I only lived together for about nine months. We separated and then I went into the military and he went into prison. I have had no contact with him for 15 years and we have no children or property together. How long would the process... |
| Being Appointed Guardian Of Nephew |
| My partner and I have been taking care of our nephew for the past 5 months. He is the son of my sister and he was having emotional and educational problems at home. She sent him to live with us. During that time his grades rose significantly, all of his emotional issues seemed to disappear and his... |
| Paying Child Support When The Child Is Removed From The State |
| If my ex takes my child out of state, do I need to continue to pay child support at the same rate? |
