Parenting-Time Enforcement & Contempt

Andrew Russ represents men and fathers with concerns about compliance with custody and parenting-time orders in Licking, Franklin, Delaware and Fairfield counties. Work directly with a solo Ohio attorney with 25 years of legal experience.

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When parenting time is not happening

Missed exchanges, denied visits or repeated interference can leave a parent unsure what to do next. Start with the signed court order and a clear account of what occurred. Andrew reviews the specific requirements, the communications and the procedural history before discussing an enforcement approach.

Contempt requires more than an allegation

A contempt request asks the court to address alleged noncompliance with an order. The order's terms, evidence, notice and the other party's response matter. Not every disagreement establishes contempt. The appropriate filing and any available relief depend on the facts; no finding, penalty, fee award or additional parenting time is guaranteed.

Prepare an organized record

• Have the current order and all later changes ready.

• List each disputed exchange or incident by date and time.

• Preserve relevant messages and records in their original form.

• Identify pending motions, hearing notices and court deadlines.

Use the initial form for a brief summary and the court county. Please do not upload sensitive documents or detailed private messages through the form.

Enforcement or a change to the order?

Enforcement concerns following an existing order. Modification concerns changing its terms. Both questions may arise in the same situation, but require separate analysis. Andrew can discuss which issues need review and the preparation involved.

Learn about custody and parenting-time modifications

Arrange your initial Zoom consultation

The initial Zoom consultation is at no charge and by appointment. Send your county, a brief summary, any upcoming court date and two or three late-afternoon times. Andrew replies by email within two business days to arrange your appointment.

The usual initial retainer is $2,500 and varies by case; additional fees and expenses may apply. Scope and fees are explained before you decide whether to retain the firm.

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General information, not legal advice. Sending an inquiry does not book an appointment, extend a deadline or establish an attorney-client relationship. Office visits are by appointment only.