I am separated with children and live in Texas, can I move in with my boyfriend without repercussions?

It really depends on a lot of circumstances, but it's safest to NOT do that. You need to get a lawyer to develop a specific strategy for you and...

My ex has not done anything he agreed to in mediation, but I haven't signed final decree. Can I hold off until he does?

As a general rule, sign the decree then file a motion to enforce. It's inexpensive to file the motion to enforce and you have a substantial chance...

Can I be placed on my step daughters birth certificate?

You need to adopt her. It's complicated so you really have to get a lawyer. You do have to terminate bio dad's rights first or simultaneously to...

It's been almost two years since my son's father ran off with him. Is it to late to get some kind of custody?

First, definitely DO NOT sign over full custody to him. That's the exact opposite of what you want to do and you'd never be able to visit your...

How do I file for divorce if my husband lives in another country he left the same day we got married. That was over 20 ys ago

I think you can also possibly file for an annulment based on fraud.

What is the penalty for signing IRS Form 8332 and violating it?

She probably feels like she'll never get "caught" because there haven't been any negative consequences so far. You've tried having agencies get...

This can be a very complicated issue and you either have to resolve it by negotiating with your ex or taking her to court. I agree with the other...

My wife filed for divorce in Texas, where can I get a form to answer the filing?

If you absolutely do not have any money, you have no one to borrow money from, you can't sell things you own or come up with money to hire an...

Can I keep my son until a court has decided the custody and visitation and support issues.

You have to be very careful in a situation like this. It can get very messy. I agreed with the other two answers posted here before I'm typing...

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Who has jurisdiction?

It sounds like SC would be considered the "court of continuing jurisdiction" under the UCCJEA. If the child has been in Texas for 6 months, you...