Originally Posted by
myfreedom 
I do not have money for a lawyer. There is some aide but not much helping in these situations that I know of. I have called around before. And no, we will not settle this on our own because we can't agree on anything.
If he hires a lawyer PA legal aid will help you. In PA you can file for custody on your own with some paperwork at the courthouse. My ex did it without a lawyer so legal aid in PA wouldn't help me. If you file for custody then he hires a lawyer, then PA legal aid would assist you.
I ended up having to bite the bullet and put the legal fees on my credit card. My lawyer is working to get the case dismissed in PA (ex's home state) so I can file in IA (my state of residence) with help from legal aid here. I have an appointment there later this morning.
There's many a slip between a cup and a lip. You may feel stuck, but there are options if you look into it.