[AL] [AL] When filing this parenting plan form, what will be the steps that need to be taken to file this document?
When filing this parenting plan form, what will be the steps that need to be taken to file this document?
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Yes, so it should start with a petition for custody, especially if you and the other parent cannot agree and need a court order.
You would file it with the clerk of court in the family division, in the county where the child lives.
Ideally, both parents will use the Alabama Model Parenting Plan Court Form to help discuss and structure parenting decisions before the court date. The judge might send you to mediation, or you might be able to reach an agreement and present it for the judge’s approval.
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When filing this parenting plan form, what will be the steps that need to be taken to file this document?
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I understand you're looking for guidance on filing a parenting plan form. Have you already filled out the form completely?
Yes.
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Are you filing this parenting plan form as part of a divorce or custody case?
Neither.
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We have not filed anything in the court system before.
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Good, thank you for asking. I know you have questions about filing the parenting plan form. It’s frustrating dealing with this situation. Can you share some background? Also, what state are you in?
We were never married. We have co-parented but it has come to a point of 90/10 custody and I am wanting a parenting plan to go. We are in Alabama.
Alex, Esq.
And did you file anything with the court, to start custody?
Not yet.
Alex, Esq.
Yes, so it should start with a petition for custody, especially if you and the other parent cannot agree and need a court order.
You would file it with the clerk of court in the family division, in the county where the child lives.
Ideally, both parents will use the Alabama Model Parenting Plan Court Form to help discuss and structure parenting decisions before the court date. The judge might send you to mediation, or you might be able to reach an agreement and present it for the judge’s approval.
Would this be something I would need a lawyer for or am I able to do everything myself?
Alex, Esq.
You can act pro se (represent yourself), but it’s always best to have an attorney if your ex is going to contest or fight the case. Let me know if there’s anything else I can answer for you. I’m always here to help.
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