She has a lawyer, but not a terribly good one. Also, I don't think she has been completely forthcoming with him. She works in the legal field herself, and in many ways is a very sharp cookie, but even I can see through her strategy (Negotiate a separation, then file for a rubber stamp divorce).
I don't think she will file, though. Not without an existing agreement, anyway. In our state, that puts all matters of custody directly in the hands of the court, and she can't risk that with the case I can bring. Worst part is, she has not shown a lot of real interest in our son for a long time. Primarily, she is most likely concerned about being perceived as a good mother, hence her "public" desire for custody.
She is showing some signs of improvement (spending more time with him, making choices that benefit him even if it is not what she happens to want at that moment, etc...), but it's still at the level of baby steps. Keeping my fingers crossed.
As for myself, I've interviewed several lawyers, and found the one I will most likely hire, but I haven't given him his retainer yet. Hope I won't have to, but I can if it comes to that. Again, keeping my fingers crossed.
P.S. Just read Nomopo's profile. I thought that speech sounded pretty familiar. What do I owe you?
