The timeline depends on whether the custody matter is contested or uncontested. If both parents reach an agreement on a parenting plan, the process can be relatively [...]
If you have a custody order in place, you generally cannot relocate out of state with your child without either the written consent of the other parent [...]
While you are not legally required to have an attorney, having experienced legal representation significantly improves your ability to present a strong case, navigate complex Family Court [...]
Violating a custody order in Rhode Island is a serious matter. The non-violating parent can file a motion for contempt with the Family Court. If found in [...]
Yes. Either parent can petition the Rhode Island Family Court to modify a custody order when there has been a substantial change in circumstances since the original [...]
Rhode Island courts may consider a child's preference when the child is deemed old enough and mature enough to express a reasoned opinion, but the child's preference [...]
