Legal Question in Family Law in Indiana

child custody

my son went to court judge said he would rule and notify then after he left judge went in back room with the mother and her parents for consult, is this legal before his decision is made? My son thinks judge was bought.


Asked on 3/07/09, 9:53 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Re: child custody

Without knowing all of the parameters of what happened, it is hard to give you a direct answer.

However, the general rule is that it is not proper for an "ex parte" conference to take place. There are guidelines on attorney and judicial behavior that can be found at the Indiana Judiciary Website. Your son should reveiw the rules of professional conduct regarding attorneys ans judgfes and if appropriate he can file a complaint.

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Answered on 3/07/09, 9:57 am


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