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You MUST Follow the Rules of Procedure in Family Court
In every state family law courts have a strict set of "rules," which describe the procedure courts follow in a family law cases. If these rules are broken there can be serious consequences. These rules govern things like the types and content of documents that can (or must) be filed, the various deadlines that attorneys (and self-represented litigants!) must comply with, etc.
Free Legal Aid provides useful information about child custody. In addition to the video here, be sure you check out other resources.
When a couple divorces and there is a minor child involved, the divorce decree will specify which parent has physical custody as well as legal custody of the child. Physical custody determines where and with whom the child will live. Legal custody specifies who has the legal right to make important decisions about the child related to issues such as education, religion, medical issues, and discipline. check to learn more.
Child Support and Visitation in Alaska
If you have children and are about to go through either a divorce or separation proceeding, two of the main issues you will have to discuss are child support and visitation. Depending on the level of civility that exists between you and your former spouse, these issues can be resolved with varying degrees of ease. check to learn more.