What can I do if my wife has left me and moved to another state with my 7 year old son?
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What can I do if my wife has left me and moved to another state with my 7 year old son?
She is already with anther man. I only have contact by cell phone only and she will not let me see him. I have no money.
Asked on December 25, 2011 under Family Law, Wisconsin
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Your wife has not committed anything illegal. She has an absolute right to leave and take your son but you have the right to fight for either sole or joint custody or visitation or a combination thereof. You need to hire an attorney to protect your interests. If you have no ready cash and there is nothing you can liquidate for the funds, consider talking to legal aid and also calling your state's bar association and see if that agency can offer you some other ideas. Oftentimes attorneys in big firms must maintain a certain number of pro bono hours and perhaps you may qualify on the circumstances. You may also wish to speak with family court in the county in which you live. Perhaps the court may have brochures or volunteers who can help you get your son back.
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