Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri

In a child custody disspute does it make a difference who files first?


Asked on 2/08/11, 10:04 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Anthony Smith LawSmith

The parent who has the children when the case is filed is presumed to retain custody unitl the Court decides by Order. If you want the kids, then you should file while they are in your lawful custody.

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Answered on 2/09/11, 3:28 pm


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