Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Confused step-mom

The biological mom of my step-child is threatening to ''ban'' me from all school functions, doctors appointments etc. (Bio-dad and bio-mom share joint physical custody). I know that I don't have any rights as a step-parent, but can she really do this?? It would devastate both me and my step-child if I can't go to his school activities. To clarify - I don't volunteer or anything - I just attend conferences with dad and go to school plays, concerts etc. On days that dad has to work later (past 5pm or so) I take step-child to doctor if has appointment - otherwise, bio-dad takes to dr.

Help!!??


Asked on 3/01/05, 1:37 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: Confused step-mom

You're reacting to a non-existant problem. Ignore hateful comments made in a domestic setting. Do not respond to them. Don't even think about them. In the highly unlikely event that a parent would be stupid enough to file a request like that in Court (many judges would question her fitness as a custodian if she did so without serious cause) you could address it then. Right now, no problem exists, and you can and should ignore the words.

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Answered on 3/01/05, 1:48 pm
Phillip A. Strickland Law Offices

Re: Confused step-mom

I would agree with the other comment. Remarks like that are the adult equivalent of a 4 year old�s temper tantrum.

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Answered on 3/01/05, 9:22 pm
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: Confused step-mom

Technically, you, as step-mom have no rights. However, your husband certainly does. Unless you are unfit, your husband can file a petition asking the court to declare that he can designate who (i.e., you) can take care of the child. If you would liked to discuss, please feel free to give me a call.

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Answered on 4/04/05, 5:00 pm


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