Legal Question in Family Law in Indiana

Custody when you reside out of state? Which court is used

I have custody and live in Indianapolis the original divorce was in NY. My ex-wife wants to get custody back and I need to know which state is the one that will be hearing the case. And can I have it be brought here where we live so the schools and other theropists reside. I have no time or money to travel back and forth.

NEED HELP.............


Asked on 11/19/02, 10:30 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jonathan J. Braverman Jonathan J. Braverman, Attorney & Mediator

Re: Custody when you reside out of state? Which court is used

Suggest you file a custody modification petition in the Family Court. If the children have lived in New York for more than six months, then New York is their home state for custody purposes.

If you wish to discuss this with me privately, please call to schedule a confidential consultation.

I practice in NYC and Long Island.

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Answered on 11/19/02, 3:39 pm


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