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Can I Access My Child’s Medical Records If the Other Parent Has Full Custody?

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2 months ago

The Question: I called my child’s doctor’s office and asked for copies of medical paperwork. The receptionist put me on hold and then said that because Dad has full custody,…

Can My Child’s Father Sign Over His Rights to His Mother (Grandmother)?

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2 months ago

The Question: My child’s father says he is “ready to give up his rights” and will just “sign them over to his mom.” Can he do that without my consent?…

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What Court Form Do I Need to Change Custody When My Children Live in Another State?

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3 months ago

The Question: My children currently live with their father, and we have a 50/50 custody arrangement in another state. I want the children to live with me. What court form…

Can I Change My Child’s Last Name Without the Father’s Permission?

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4 months ago

The Question: I want to change my son’s name, but his father will definitely not agree. He is listed on the birth certificate, so I would need his signature. What…

Can I Keep My Child in Arizona After Moving from Another State?

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4 months ago

The Question: I left Ohio with my child to be closer to family and support. My child was born in Ohio, and we’ve been in Arizona for a month. I…

Can I Stay in Arizona After Moving from Another State with My Child?

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4 months ago

The Question: I left Ohio with my child to be closer to family and support. My child was born in Ohio, and we’ve only been in Arizona for a month.…

Fathers Guide to Child Custody in Arizona: Rights, Challenges, and Strategies

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8 months ago

Fathers often come into our office unsure where they stand in custody disputes. Many assume the court favors mothers, but that belief doesn’t reflect the law in Arizona. The courts…

Is Safe Harbor Therapy Typical in a Custody Dispute?

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10 months ago

The Question: Is Safe Harbor Agreement therapy typical in a disputed custody matter? It seems a bit suspicious. RJ Says: Safe Harbor therapy can be a helpful tool—when the goal…

Can I File to Modify Custody Without Knowing the Father’s Address?

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11 months ago

The Question: How do I file for joint custody if I don’t have a valid address for the father? My son is 15 and has moved five times in eight…

What Happens If My Teen Refuses Parenting Time After Years of No Contact?

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1 year ago

The Question: My 16-year-old daughter hasn’t seen her father in more than four years. Now he’s trying to enforce his parenting time, but she’s refusing. What will happen? RJ Says:…

Can I Keep My Child Without a Custody Order If I’m Concerned About My Ex’s Living Situation?

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1 year ago

The Question: Do I have to return my son, or can I keep him due to concerns about my ex’s living situation? We’re in the middle of a divorce, and…

Can You Decide to Homeschool Without the Other Parent’s Consent?

Can I Decide to Homeschool If We Share Legal Decision-Making?

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1 year ago

The Question: I have physical custody of our child from Monday through Friday. The father has custody every other weekend. I’ve decided to homeschool our child. Can he legally force…