Child Custody Legal Steps

Summary

If youre dealing with child custody issues in Tennessee, you can file a petition to modify custody or visitation, gather evidence of alienation, and consider mediation. If your lawyer is unresponsive, request a meeting to discuss your concerns, review your retainer agreement, and consider sending a formal letter outlining your dissatisfaction. If necessary, seek a second opinion or file a complaint with the state bar association. For free consultations, contact local legal aid services or the Tennessee Bar Association.

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nicholas warhurst
Hi Nicholas! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
trying to see my two young kids after it being over a year now and due to my lawyers not being aggresive and my ex alienating me
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Nicholas. In Arkansas, you might consider the following steps:
- File a petition to modify custody or visitation.
- Gather evidence of alienation.
- Consider mediation as an alternative.
Would you like more information on any of these steps?
i cant get my lawyer to file anything its like he is working for my ex not me . Shes even started defermation of character on facebook and hasnt once went by the parent plan
It sounds like a frustrating situation. You might consider the following steps:
- Request a meeting with your lawyer to discuss your concerns.
- Seek a second opinion from another attorney.
- Document any evidence of defamation and parenting plan violations.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers for better assistance?
a free consultation onne
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I understand you're looking for a free consultation with a local lawyer. While I can't directly arrange a free consultation, I can help guide you on finding new legal representation. Consider reaching out to local legal aid services or bar associations in Arkansas for assistance in finding a lawyer who might offer a free initial consultation. Would you like more information on how to find these resources?
case is in shelby county TN
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I understand your case is in Shelby County, TN. You might consider contacting local legal aid services or the Tennessee Bar Association for resources in finding a lawyer who offers free consultations. Would you like more guidance on how to locate these services in Tennessee?
i need help on how to make my current lawyer get a fire under his ass and do what he was paid to do
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It sounds like you're dealing with a difficult situation, Nicholas. Here are some steps you can take to address your concerns with your current lawyer:
- Schedule a meeting with your lawyer to clearly express your concerns and expectations.
- Review your retainer agreement to understand your lawyer's obligations.
- Consider sending a formal letter outlining your dissatisfaction and your expectations moving forward.
- If the situation does not improve, you might explore filing a complaint with the state bar association.
Would you like more information on how to file a complaint or any of these steps?