Lisa

it is not too soon to start paperwork

also

you need to mention if you have filed apolice report...anything like that will help in custody and the fact that an established, safe drop site needs to be organized. Almost every town will have a safe drop off site...even if it is McDonalds

Make sure you remember to tell your attorney that this is a pattern and while you advocate parenting time, you don't want to give him access to your home or phone numbers...he may have to provide a cell-phone if you have children old enough to talk on the phone

a battered woman takes an average of 6 times leaving to leave for good....

please break that statistic

hook up with the battered womens organization in your area...most have people on staff that can help you legal negociate these rocky waters