Can I Return To The Marital Home After Leaving?

Question: My wife asked me to move out during a trial separation a couple months ago. We were planning on going to marriage counseling, but I just found out she filed for divorce. Can I move back into the house? We have three children together and I’m worried she is …

Explaining Protection From Abuse Orders

Question: What is a protection from abuse order and what does it do?

Is There Just Cause For An Emergency Custody Hearing?

I’m worried that my children’s mother is abusing them. How do I know if there is just cause to ask for an emergency custody hearing?

Protecting Your Child From An Abusive Spouse

Question: My son lives with his mother and stepfather and he is regularly abused by both of them. One day he ran away and showed up at my doorstep. I couldn’t turn him away, but I don’t want to get in any trouble. Do I have any options?

Protecting Personal Property During A Divorce

Question: During our divorce my wife has been damaging my personal property. The most recent incident involved her purposefully denting my car and scratching vulgar words on the vehicle. How can I stop her? How can I protect my personal property from her even though we are still legally married?

How can I legally protect my children from their abusive mom?

Question: My ex-wife is an alcoholic and I believe she is abusing our children. There is no custody arrangement in order, but the children spend the majority of their time with her. Since there is no custody agreement, can I move with the children out of state to protect them …