Child Custody Legal Steps

Summary

If your ex is keeping your child from you in Indiana, contact the Department of Child Services (DCS) to report concerns, hire a family law attorney, and petition the court for custody changes. Indiana Legal Services can provide free legal assistance to eligible low-income residents.

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Paula
Hello Paula, nice to meet you. How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
My ex is keeping my daughter from me. She lives with him, but last week an abuse or neglect charge was filed against him. When i try to call i was getting hung up on and now it says the person you're calling isn't taking calls. What can i do to help my daughter and find out if shes ok
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Paula. Could you please let me know in which state you are located so I can provide more accurate information?
Indiana
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Paula. In Indiana, you may want to:
*. Contact the Department of Child Services (DCS) to report your concerns.
*. Hire a family law attorney to assist with custody issues.
*. Petition the court for a change in custody, if necessary.
Please reach out to a legal professional for legal advice.
Thank you wasnt for sure of the process. Can you recommend any pro bono lawyers?
I'm unable to recommend specific pro bono lawyers, however, you can contact the Indiana Legal Services, a non-profit law firm offering free legal services to eligible low-income residents in Indiana.
Ok thank you
You're welcome, Paula. Remember, reaching out to Indiana Legal Services could be a good starting point. They can guide you through the process and potentially connect you with pro bono assistance. Good luck and take care.
Thanks again
You're welcome, Paula. If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Wishing you all the best with your situation.