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Active requests
Sorted by court date. Every request is verified against filed court documents. Funds go directly to the father’s Stripe Connect account, less a 5% platform fee.
James M.
California
temporary orders · California
A temporary restraining order was filed against me. There was no domestic violence — this is being used as a custody tactic during our divorce. My hearing is in 4 days. I do not have an attorney. I cannot currently see my son. If the order is granted, I lose custody, must vacate my home, and the temporary order becomes the status quo for months.
Crystopher
California
just served · California
I was served with a divorce petition on February 13, 2026 that includes a request for full custody of my two daughters (ages 5 and 8). My response deadline is February 23, 2026. I do not have an attorney. I coach their soccer team and take them to school every morning. I need an attorney immediately — I cannot lose my kids without being heard.
David T.
New York
temporary orders · New York
My ex-wife filed a relocation notice to move from New York to Oregon with our two children (ages 6 and 9). I have 50/50 custody. We have been co-parenting successfully for 2 years. My hearing is March 8, 2026. I would go from seeing my kids every week to maybe once a month if I can even afford flights.
Robert C.
Illinois
trial · Illinois
I need to fly from Illinois to California for my custody hearing. The case was transferred when my ex moved. Flight is $450, plus hotel ($150) and rental car ($100). Missing this hearing means I lose custody by default. This is the most important day of my life and $850 is all that stands between me and my children.
Robert C.
Illinois
trial · Illinois
I owe $1,800 on my attorney retainer, due by Friday. I have already paid $8,200 of the $10,000 over the past 4 months. My attorney filed a motion to withdraw. Trial is in 3 weeks — I cannot find a new attorney in time. I am so close to the finish line. $450 is all I need to keep my attorney through trial.
Marcus W.
Florida
temporary orders · Florida
Emergency custody hearing this Friday. The other parent claims the children are at risk — completely unfounded. I do not have an attorney. I have text messages, school records, and medical records showing my children are safe and thriving. Without representation, I will lose my kids based on false claims.
Marcus W.
Florida
enforcement · Florida
I owe $4,200 in child support arrears. My license is suspended and I cannot work or drive to visitation. The arrears accumulated when I was laid off for 3 months. I am working again but cannot catch up fast enough. The system punishes you for falling behind by making it harder to earn.
Carlos R.
Arizona
post judgment · Arizona
Supervised visits cost $125 per week. The center requires payment before each session. It has been 21 days since I last saw my son. Every missed visit is documented and used against me. My review hearing is in 45 days. Consistent attendance is the #1 factor for moving to unsupervised visitation.
James M.
California
enforcement · California
It has been 74 days since I have seen my children (ages 10 and 13). They refuse to come to scheduled parenting time and repeat phrases that are clearly not their own words. I have a 50/50 custody order that has been in place for 3 years. I have filed motions but need a custody evaluator ($5,000) to document what is happening. Every day that passes makes reunification harder. My kids need their dad.