Court determination ?

[smnrthr]

Husband and his ex have joint legal and physical custody of their daughter. Their decree only states that any decision where the daughter is concerned will be handled outside of court by the parents. Things have gone badly for a few years and it's come to head as she's pulled many stunts (a few illegal) and we are tired of it and have taken her to court on contempt of court charges. So, here we are: husband's ex will most likely pursue full custody; my husband wants a continuation of joint physical and legal custody but with an honest to God shared parenting plan in place. My guess is that the court will order them to work out a SPP but she, just to be a pain in the neck, will not agree to anything and will let it drag on for a looooonnnng time. Can my husband request a time limit be set ? This is for state of Ohio. Thanks BTW, ex has attorney and husband does not.

 

[jacksgal]

1st he can request anything he wants. The judge will decide if its ok. 2nd He needs an Attorney! And not in that order

 

[smnrthr]

Can't afford an attorney. We are not sure what would be a reasonable amount of time to request from the court as to how much time the parties will need to come to an agreement. Also, we'd like to add that if no decision is made at the end of that time period that we'd like the court to make the decision for us - one way or another.

 

[jacksgal]

Think of what you feel is fair amount time for both parties. Take all your requests to judge. Keep in mind if other party has an Attorney and you dont you are already in the hole.