OREGON FATHER SEEKS ANSWER REGARDING VISITATION

[braveheart503]

A have a few questions ***********
I currently have to children in Oregon.

I currently live in Alabama

1. I have never been married to the mother of my children.

2. Paternity papers (states that I am the father) and a support order was established in 1999 in Multnomah county.

3. The mother has had temporary custody since 1998. This was granted to her through a bogus restraining order issued by Multnomah county court.

4. I have yet to have my children visit my home since 1998.
Last question,

Is the "motion to show cause document" the document I need to file?
It's to my understanding that once this paper is filled, the mother of the children has to respond in 30 days of the date served.
The fee is $329.00. Will I have to fly to Portland to file this document myself? or can I have an attorney file this document for me?
Also, will this previous restraining order in 1998 affect my chances of obtaining joint-legal custody of my children? I haven't had contact with the mother since this restraining order stunt in 1998.
Thank you so much,