Custody Modification Question

[mommabear1]

I lost custody of my 2 year old a couple years ago (she is now 4) because I took her from an abusive home out of state, where my family was. After the court order, I moved back got remarried, bought a house and had another baby. My ex was and is very controlling, using my baby to punish me... my child does not have a stable life with him, he is always leaving her in the care of others (even while I am home to care for her) and she has made comments that she showers with him, etc... YUK!! The judge admitted I was a fit mom! There is a new judge now, with that and the other changes that have taken place, what are my chances of reversing the order? Does anyone have ANY experience with modifications? Wanting to go back to court, desperate for any advice before hiring a lawyer.

 

[army judge]

You do know that the initial consultation with an attorney is often provided at no charge. Why not visit a couple of local attorneys and discuss your case with them. Be sure to ask lots of questions and take good notes.

Then you can return home and think about your next steps, before making a decision.

What you desire has been achieved by others, but not without an attorney. It won't be easy. But it does occur.

You will be swimming upstream in this battle.

Dad has stability on his side.

You must show more than you love your child.

You must illustrate to the court why this change is beneficial to your child.

 

[mommabear1]

Thank you so much! I have talked to 1 lawyer that was recommended to me, he wouldn't take on my case because both our lawyers asked for advice in the original trial! The other one I want does charge for a consultation I know it will be tough, but he actually doesn't have stability, as far as caring for her. He leaves her with everyone else. We have owned our home for over a year now and she would have a 2 parent home with a mom that doesn't have to work... (but can!)

It is good to hear it has happened before, I cannot find anything supporting that, does anyone have any examples??

Thank you!!

 

[army judge]

It does not happen with regularity.

He could be homeless and not lise his paternal rights.

He could be living in a tent with her, or in his car.

That doesn't mean he's not a good dad.



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