International Custody, Enforcement + Discovery

Your Rights When Your Child Is Taken Out of the Country

The challenges you face are numerous when your spouse packs up and moves your child to another country. No matter how many obstacles we face as your advocates, you have rights and we will work hard to protect them at Johnston, Root & Leibenguth, P.C., in Portland, Oregon.

Parents in different states have difficulties in maintaining a custody arrangement. A mother and father in different countries face more challenging issues, especially when one parent illegally removes the child from the United States. For the kind of help that few other attorneys can provide, contact us at (503) 946-5373.

Uniquely Experienced in International Custody Disputes

Attorney Kathryn Root handled a high-profile international custody case that garnered national headlines. Clients from throughout the world come to her now when they are working on an international custody arrangement or when a child has been taken to another country from Oregon.

When Other Attorneys Turn You Away, Contact Us

At Johnston, Root & Leibenguth, P.C., we pride ourselves on taking cases refused by other attorneys. We strive to overcome the challenges of international custody matters with hands-on experience coupled with knowledge of the governing federal laws and the Hague Convention.

At Your Side During Difficult and Emotional International Custody Cases

If your ex-spouse and child reside in one of the 20 countries that are part of the Hague Convention, we will get to work on enforcing the child custody agreement. That includes discovery governed by federal laws. While your case may be complex, we will not give up just because we face challenges. We will be at your side until your legal issues are resolved.

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For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced lawyer regarding an international custody matter, please contact us.