Ensuring a "fair shake" in the courtroom

[ProT]

I'm in Arkansas. I am the dad whose had everything going for him yet attorneys and judges seemed to follow a "script" in the past which unjustly painted me as unfavorable Im concerned this sense that we may be back in court in the near future.

Previously, I was given physical custody only because the judge wanted "to maintain the status quo." Otherwise, she scolded me saying I abused my child and did nothing to foster the mother child relationship. That was the most absurd, false statement I'd heard in my life! There was no evidence other than my exes words. My truths seemingly went unheard. My attorneys did a good job acting like they did everything they could but in retrospect, they played down the need for presenting the evidence and witnesses I expected to be "key" so she was of no help (just like the one I fired before her).

My question is:
What can I do to make sure my next attorney and the court does their job properly? Are there any "watchdog" groups that will come sit in on hearings and let their presence be known?

 

[LdiJ]

I'm in Arkansas. I am the dad whose had everything going for him yet attorneys and judges seemed to follow a "script" in the past which unjustly painted me as unfavorable Im concerned this sense that we may be back in court in the near future.

Previously, I was given physical custody only because the judge wanted "to maintain the status quo." Otherwise, she scolded me saying I abused my child and did nothing to foster the mother child relationship. That was the most absurd, false statement I'd heard in my life! There was no evidence other than my exes words. My truths seemingly went unheard. My attorneys did a good job acting like they did everything they could but in retrospect, they played down the need for presenting the evidence and witnesses I expected to be "key" so she was of no help (just like the one I fired before her).

My question is:
What can I do to make sure my next attorney and the court does their job properly? Are there any "watchdog" groups that will come sit in on hearings and let their presence be known?

We know nothing about you or your case therefore it would be impossible to tell you anything that might make a difference.

 

[Just Blue]

We know nothing about you or your case therefore it would be impossible to tell you anything that might make a difference.

I think that this guy had a thread he deleted.

 

[ProT]

Yes, i had one deleted...per my request. This being a public forum makes it rather necessary to avoid the intimate details regarding my case. What I shared, I did so to give you an "idea" of my situation. Even that information was rather unnecessary, seeing as my question technically does not require such. So, with that said, here's my question;

Are there any watchdog groups in existence that monitor cases and courtroom behavior to ensure there's no professional misconduct?

 

[CdwJava]

So, you were given physical custody of your child but are upset because the judge scolded you??? You do realize the judge could have sided against you, right?

You are free to complain about the judge's attitude to anyone who will listen. But, the judge is free to hold an opinion even if you do not like it. You can campaign against the judge when they come up for re-election (or appointment) if that is something you'd care to do.

You'd hardly be the first person to believe they were unfairly chastised by a judge, and will not be the last.

 

[adjusterjack]

Are there any watchdog groups in existence that monitor cases and courtroom behavior to ensure there's no professional misconduct?

As a practical matter, no.

It's up to the participant to take whatever action is appropriate with regard to a perceived issue.

In other words, get over it.

 

[Just Blue]

Yes, i had one deleted...per my request. This being a public forum makes it rather necessary to avoid the intimate details regarding my case. What I shared, I did so to give you an "idea" of my situation. Even that information was rather unnecessary, seeing as my question technically does not require such. So, with that said, here's my question;

Are there any watchdog groups in existence that monitor cases and courtroom behavior to ensure there's no professional misconduct?

Don't post on a public forum if you are unwilling to have it seen. And I am pretty sure I remember how nasty you were to several of the members...

 

[ProT]

So, you were given physical custody of your child but are upset because the judge scolded you??? You do realize the judge could have sided against you, right?

You are free to complain about the judge's attitude to anyone who will listen. But, the judge is free to hold an opinion even if you do not like it. You can campaign against the judge when they come up for re-election (or appointment) if that is something you'd care to do.

You'd hardly be the first person to believe they were unfairly chastised by a judge, and will not be the last.

Yes, because i know circumstances which include the obvious judgicial bias (because it's an easier path to follow a stereotype-based narrative or...?). I was ignorant to the "Kangaroo Court" but i'm not stupid. The realization that a group of people i once held in high regard, respected, was nothing more than a front for game centered upon greed and lies at the expense of a decent parent and a wonderful kid, is beyond disappointing. They DO NOT CARE. Oh, and come to find out, they are self regulated...icing on the cake . To my knowledge nothing has been filed yet but i will likely end up in court, again, and if it was a movie sequel an appropriate title would be "They Court Her Lies Part 2"

Thanks for responding btw

 

[ProT]

As a practical matter, no.

It's up to the participant to take whatever action is appropriate with regard to a perceived issue.

In other words, get over it."

I think you meant "accept your being set up to get screwed." It doesn't help matters that I was unable to attend the pepper course "Family Law: The Way We Work" or I would have been prepared to take appropriate action. Come to think of it, that would not change the outcome because the system would self regulate back away from the truth, or out of my favor. Pardon me for the epiphany.

SO...i got this.THE smartest course of action would be save the money, avoid the stress by handing over my kid. The good guy finish last where he belongs.

Thanks for reading.

 

[CTU]

I'm terribly sorry, but do you or do you not have custody?

Perhaps your time would be best spent on a different forum. Like over at the Men's Divorce forum. I'm sure they'd be thrilled to have you.

 

[CdwJava]

He seems to have confirmed that he won custody, he just objected to the judge's comments. I can think of many people who would have leapt with joy over such a result!

 

[LdiJ]

Yes, because i know circumstances which include the obvious judgicial bias (because it's an easier path to follow a stereotype-based narrative or...?). I was ignorant to the "Kangaroo Court" but i'm not stupid. The realization that a group of people i once held in high regard, respected, was nothing more than a front for game centered upon greed and lies at the expense of a decent parent and a wonderful kid, is beyond disappointing. They DO NOT CARE. Oh, and come to find out, they are self regulated...icing on the cake . To my knowledge nothing has been filed yet but i will likely end up in court, again, and if it was a movie sequel an appropriate title would be "They Court Her Lies Part 2"

Thanks for responding btw

If your behavior in court was anything like the way you are speaking here, its no wonder that you got chastised by the judge.

 

[CTU]

If your behavior in court was anything like the way you are speaking here, its no wonder that you got chastised by the judge.

*vehemently agreeing*

Good heavens!

 

[stealth2]

It's really hard to say if there was bias or of what type, given that you have provided no information regarding Mom's claims or your proof.

But I must agree with the others - if you presented yourself in court the way you have here, the bias against you, personally, may be quite understandable. I suspect your lawyers got fed up with you/your attitude. I suspect you pull a similar one with the mother of your child/ren.

At the end of the day, neither 'side' is ever truly happy with an outcome in Family Court. Consider how you will feel if you keep it up and the court gives custody to Mom. It could happen. Quite easily.

 

[ProT]

Don't post on a public forum if you are unwilling to have it seen. And I am pretty sure I remember how nasty you were to several of the members...

I had replied to my own post (which presented as empty) with what started this thread but thought it looked tacky so i asked the mod to delete it.

I do not wish to offend anyone here. Good and bad people exist throughout all professions, mine included. While i am an honest person and a family oriented man, that doesn't mean anything to those I'm working with in the case. As a result of my experiences in the courtroom , i am highly offended, disgusted, disappointed but determined to stay resilient to the end despite knowing what they are doing. I never would have expected to NOT get a "fair shake" but it is what it is.