I am divorced and currently living in Bahrain (separated from the military and opened a business overseas). I want to have my daughter live with me during the time that was specified in the court order, however, my ex is fighting this. Nothing was specified in the court order. My lawyer is telling me that more than likely, a Guardian Ad Litem Attorney would be appointed to us. Could someone tell me what my chances are at getting the Guardian Ad Litem to to sway the decision my way to allow my daughter spend the time that I am granted with her. My ex has a lawyer and their argument is that the distance is too far for a 4-year old to travel. That sounds bogus as I am sure that there are 4-year olds on Earth somewhere that make trips like this. Also, their other excuse is that what if an emergency arises, the mother won't be able to get to where her daughter will be at in 5 hours or less. My divorce took place in Ohio, so, any help anyone can provide would be nice.
2007-07-28 06:03:13 · 2 answers · asked by Casanova 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Under Islamic law, custody of minor children lies with the father. There have been some terrible cases of fathers bringing children to Islamic countries & refusing to return them & local courts refusing to enforce US judgments.
If I was the judge or the GAL, no way would I let the kid go.
2007-07-28 06:40:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
As MLaw stated, the issue is NOT distance. The REAL issue is removing the child from the jurisdiction of US courts. Unless the court is 100% convinced that you will NEVER attempt to violate ANY provision of the custody agreement, your chances are non-existent.
2007-07-28 07:10:19 · answer #2 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋