When would it be a good time to get a lawyer for the child involved in the custody case?
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Unless there is a whole lot of conflict, or abuse then you won't get one. Do a search online or look here The Office of the Children's Lawyer - Ministry of the Attorney General
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That is not entirely true. My ex and I started with joint, there had been some conflict but we had been able to work out major issues, school etc. OCL was assigned and an assessment was completed within 9 months.
there is a spot to request one on the case conference forms. Full that part in and bring it up in court with your judge.
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Pharah, looking at your first few posts there was a lot of conflict in your case. Your ex called CAS and accused you of alienation. Regardless of whether it was true or not, those are things the court doesn't take lightly and usually investigates with the OCL.
I do agree that there is no reason not to apply for OCL involvement, but suggest that the OP continue to try to come to an agreement in the meantime. Don't wait on an answer from OCL, as getting that can take 2-4 months typically.
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the form asks for all kinds of info about the marital history, child care etc. You will also be asked to sign permission for all professionals (doctors, school, etc) to allow the OCL to contact and receive information from these parties.
If you have other evidence that supports your position, you should provide this to the OCL caseworker once you meet them.
if/when you get accepted, make sure you sit down with your lawyer to discuss how to best present your case.
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