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This is a two part answer. First file an Answer to her petition (specific denial) then file your (2) counterclaim for primary custody specifying your specific reasons or basis. Get an attorney to review your petition and answer before filing to get a better chance for winning.
If the court grants the writ of habeas corpus, it may schedule a hearing to determine the child's custody or visitation arrangements. During the hearing, both parents will have the opportunity to present their arguments and evidence.
Typical examples where a court has granted a habeas corpus petition include claims of new evidence discovered in the case, ineffective assistance of counsel, prosecutorial misconduct, incompetence to stand trial, and challenging conditions of confinement.
If you no longer want to continue with your custody and visitation case, you can file a motion asking the judge to dismiss it. However, if the other parent has already come to court or filed legal papers in the case, both you and the other parent must sign the motion for dismissal.
Custody Battle Tips That'll Help You Get Through a Hard Fight Be Willing to Cooperate With Your Ex. Perception is Important. Do Your Homework. Try Not to Change Your Schedule. Keep Your Children Out of It. Try to Settle out of Court. Get a Custody Lawyer.
Mothers historically have won more custody battles due to traditional roles and perceptions of mothers as the primary caregivers.
One of the more common ways is general neglect of the child's welfare or inconsistency in providing basic needs, such as food, shelter, clothing, healthcare, or education. Other ways a mother can lose custody are by substance abuse, violence in any form (physical, mental, verbal, or sexual), or incarceration.
Yes, you can file a counterpetition for the relief you seek, and you should do so. You need family law counsel both to defend you against her allegations and to prosecute your own claims.
File a contempt of court In a contempt case, you ask the judge to enforce the order and make a finding that the other parent willfully disobeyed the court order. This is very complicated and can have serious consequences for the other parent, even jail time.
You don't need an attorney to file a Motion for Contempt, but it is a good idea to have one. If you decide to represent yourself, you can go to the courthouse that made the order and ask for help at the Court Service Center.