I live in New York and i Want to file Visitation for my children who are in NC

Q:  Spoke to NC Family Court and was informed that i would have to get an attorney because a previous order for visitation was established in New York, even though that order is no longer valid i am being told that i need to get an attorney to file the expired orders of visitation at the north carolina courthouse before the judge will even hear the case. Financially i am in dire straits because of the Child Support and can not afford an attorney, i just want to be able to see my children....havent seen them since June 2012 and i would like tonhave your advice on this matter. I know that i am going to have to appear in NC for any hearings,


A:  David's Answer:  Just so I understand the situation - the custodial parent has relocated to North Carolina with the children, you're okay with that, but merely wish to establish (or re-establish) your visitation rights. Moreover, I'm assuming that despite you having a right to continue the proceedings in New York if you choose, for whatever reason you wish to consent to a transfer of the case to North Carolina. Correct? If that's the case, then you do NOT need a New York attorney - you'll need a North Carolina attorney to register the order in North Carolina, then move to modify same down there. That said, for a full assessment of the situation, you're encouraged to schedule a consultation with a Bronx Child Custody attorney.   -- David Bliven, Bronx Child Custody attorney (www.blivenlaw.net)