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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.