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How to Win Emergency Custody When Your Ex Is a Narcissist
Introduction Emergency custody cases are high-stakes and require immediate action, especially when dealing with a narcissistic ex. When a...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
6 days ago6 min read
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How to Interact with DHR, CPS, or the Guardian ad Litem in Custody Cases
If you’re involved in an emergency custody case, you may find yourself interacting with DHR (Department of Human Resources), CPS (Child...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 15 min read
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When Is Emergency Custody an Option? How to Prepare for Filing a Petition
In high-conflict custody situations, the need for emergency custody may arise suddenly and without warning. If you believe your child is...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 15 min read
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Pendente Lite Custody Orders: How Judges Make Temporary Decisions About Your Kids
In a pendente lite hearing, you’re not just asking for temporary custody—you’re setting the tone for your entire case. Many parents don’t...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 64 min read
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What Is a Pendente Lite Hearing—and Why It Might Be Your Only Shot at Protecting Your Child Right Now
If you’re in the middle of a divorce or custody dispute and fear for your child’s well-being, waiting for a final hearing is not an...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 64 min read
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How to Get Emergency Custody of Your Children: What You Need to Know
When your child’s safety is at risk, you need to act fast—but you also need to act smart. Emergency custody is a legal tool meant to...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 175 min read
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Signs of Parental Neglect the Court Will Take Seriously in Custody Cases
Not every parental mistake counts as neglect—but when patterns of harm or disregard emerge, family courts step in. If you’re concerned...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 174 min read
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What If My Ex Is Putting My Child in Danger? Here’s What to Do Now
Discovering that your ex may be putting your child in danger is one of the most gut-wrenching realizations a parent can face. Whether...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 174 min read
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She Took the Kids and Blocked Me – Now What?
When a co-parent takes the kids and cuts off all contact, it’s not a disagreement—it’s a full-blown emergency. If she’s blocked your...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
May 165 min read
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Grandparents' Rights in Alabama: How to Seek Custody of Your Grandchildren
Grandparents Rights in Alabama What You Need to Know About Grandparents Seeking Custody in Alabama. As a grandparent in Alabama, you...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Apr 34 min read
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