Originally Posted by
tarajean123
I have full physical and legal custody. He has not seen his father since his surgery from the accident. His father was present at the hospital but since has had no contact with him. He has not even paid child support except for in September which was $100. But that was the first time in six months. The accident occured on Oct. 4th. So to me he has abandoned his son. Just thought I should mention this.
Legally he has not abandoned his/your son and has the ability and legal right to obtain an Attorney to represent his/your son. I agree he is out of line and stepping on your toes - however, in theory the Attorney is working to benefit the child, not the parent, and the choice of Attorney shouldn't matter as long as he/she is competent.
If you do not want your son's interests represented by the Attorney your "ex" has retained you would have an Attorney of your choosing contact that Attorney and explain the circumstances.
Then they can battle it out, including making motions in Court - or they can work together or Attorney #1 can back off.
In the past I've worked a handful of cases where one child was represented by two Attorneys - one chosen by each parent. It's cumbersome and awkward for the Attorneys involved but I've seen it happen.