Originally Posted by BCD

As a lawyer, listen to me when I say this: Hire the toughest domestic lawyer in town and put in to place a game plan by which you can get custody of the child. Your kid will be completely screwed up if he or she is raised by this self-absorbed and reckless individual. They will also have real issues re. how you treat members of the opposite sex and otherwise handle relationships. Do not hire a nice or cerebral attorney. Get someone who is known as a TOUGH lawyer. The best way to find a good lawyer is to ask attorneys who do not practice in the area of domestic relations for a referral. Not to stereotype, but I've found that most of the tough and mean domestic lawyers are women. Good luck.