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What You Need to Know About International Child Relocation and the Hague Convention on International Child Abduction

On Behalf of | Apr 9, 2021 | , ,

Table of Contents International child custody laws. International child custody and abduction laws. Recourse when a child is wrongfully taken to a foreign country. Determining which country’s rules should apply. International parental kidnapping. What is the Hague Convention? What kinds of cases fall under the Hague child abduction Convention? What remedies are available under the Hague Convention? What is a…

What You Need to Know About Preliminary Hearings in Divorce Cases

On Behalf of | Apr 8, 2021 | ,

Preliminary Hearings and Their Orders Terminate with the Final Divorce Order. Without Prejudice to Any Given Party. Multiple Preliminary Hearings Are Possible. Preliminary Hearings Do Not Have to Address All Issues. While most preliminary hearings address all issues of property (assets and liabilities) and all custody issues (such as temporary legal and physical custody and parenting time), the parties may…

How To Become A De Facto Custodian In Indiana

On Behalf of | Mar 26, 2021 | ,

Unfortunately, situations arise in our society where a child’s biological parent(s) may no longer be the best person to raise the child. If such a situation is present, there are different avenues a third-party can utilize in order to seek custody of a child in lieu of the biological parent. One of the ways in which a third-party can seek…

What Happens If My Spouse Takes My Child To Another State And Files For Divorce Or Legal Separation

On Behalf of | Mar 12, 2021 | ,

Every year, in every state, an unhappy spouse takes the children, travels to another state (normally where family or friends reside) and files for divorce or legal separation—and of course custody. In some of these cases, the fleeing spouse has good reason to want to separate and create physical distance from the other spouse, such as in cases of domestic…

Four Things To Know About An Initial Custody Determination In Indiana

On Behalf of | Mar 11, 2021 | ,

Physical and Legal Custody Sole or Joint Custody Best Interest of the Minor Child No Presumption for Either Parent Child custody proceedings tend to be confusing and emotional times. Whether it be a divorce or paternity matter, initial custody determinations always seem to be draining on all involved parties. A lot of this can be attributed to the confusion surrounding…

What You Need To Know About The Hague Convention On International Child Abduction

On Behalf of | Mar 5, 2021 | ,

Child abduction by a parent within the United States or abroad is not a new problem. However, with a totally integrated international society connected by numerous reliable daily flights, international child abduction is easier to accomplish and a growing problem. Literally, a child may be taken by his or her parent and be almost anywhere in the world within a…

Ways To Obtain Third Party Custody In Indiana

On Behalf of | Feb 26, 2021 | ,

A commonly shared belief in our society is that children are often best off in the care and custody of their biological parents. The Supreme Court has stated that one of the oldest fundamental rights in the United States is a parent’s right to the “care, custody, and control of their children.”1 While this right is fundamental, like most everything…

What You Need To Know About Contempt In Child Custody Cases And Tips For Defending Yourself

On Behalf of | Jan 15, 2021 | , , ,

“Contempt of Court” is a phrase most of us have heard at some point in our lives. However, other than being familiar with the phrase, many have a very limited understanding of how contempt works and when it can be used. For instance, many do not know just how common contempt proceedings can be in child custody cases. But, you…

Four Tips For Indiana Divorce Litigants In 2021

On Behalf of | Jan 15, 2021 | ,

Anyone who has ever been through a divorce will tell you it is hard. Not only is it an emotional time, but also extremely stressful due to the confusion and uncertainty many experience. However, much of this stress can be relieved by being informed of the divorce process and preparing for what’s ahead. In this blog, we provide you with…

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