What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Michigan
Hello,
I have an 8 year old son who has lived primarily with his mother for the past 5 years. My son (Westley) also stayed with my mom on the weekends. I joined the Army 5 years ago and was imideatly sent to Korea for a year then Iraq.. Ive moved so much durring the last 5 years that attemping custody of Westley was not feesable. When I was home, or stationed in the states Westley stayed with me every chance he got, summer and chirstmas break.
His mother and I have a good relationship. I am currently in Iraq again and am due to come home in June 09.. I would like to get something more permanent because this will be the last time I am deployed (knock on wood) before i get out of the Army. I would at least like him to stay with me durring the next school year.
I am currently married with 2 childred (with my wife).
I guess my main question is, would it be best for me to consult with an attorney before I ask Westleys mom for custody? I honestly dont know what she would say, every time I ask for him to come stay with me she never argues, but this is a bigger step
Thankyou for your advice
Roy
Hello,
I have an 8 year old son who has lived primarily with his mother for the past 5 years. My son (Westley) also stayed with my mom on the weekends. I joined the Army 5 years ago and was imideatly sent to Korea for a year then Iraq.. Ive moved so much durring the last 5 years that attemping custody of Westley was not feesable. When I was home, or stationed in the states Westley stayed with me every chance he got, summer and chirstmas break.
His mother and I have a good relationship. I am currently in Iraq again and am due to come home in June 09.. I would like to get something more permanent because this will be the last time I am deployed (knock on wood) before i get out of the Army. I would at least like him to stay with me durring the next school year.
I am currently married with 2 childred (with my wife).
I guess my main question is, would it be best for me to consult with an attorney before I ask Westleys mom for custody? I honestly dont know what she would say, every time I ask for him to come stay with me she never argues, but this is a bigger step
Thankyou for your advice
Roy