Can one joint custodial parent with same independent right to make education decisions do so without other parent's permission?

She probably has the right to determine residence, which seems to allow her more sway to do things like this. If you truly want the kid back in...

Yes, and I would certainly sit down and talk with CPS if I were you, that way you can tell your side of the story. If you don't, CPS won't have...

Can I be taken away from my mother?

Your parents are going to have to work this one out. Depending on the facts of the situation, he might or might not be able to do that. Really, I...

IS THERE A DEAD LINE IN SEEKING BACK CHILD SUPPORT EVEN IF THE OTHER PARENT HAS NEVER PAID THE COURT ORDERD SUPPORT PAYMENTS

Yes - if you are seeking contempt, it is two years after the child hits 18 or the support terminates. Contempt is jail time. If you are simply...

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Contact his lawyer - he will help with the process, give you the papers, have you sign them and present them if possible. Good...

I am unmarried to my son's father and my child has lived with me and been fully supported by me does that grant me sole custody?

You do not already have it legally... you need an order in place saying you are the primary managing conservator (TX doesn't use 'sole custody'). ...

Do I need a Family Law attorney yet?

A 'request' for an order... doesn't really sound like forcing the situation... sounds like the OAG is simply trying to get him to agree to the...

Divorce in Texas

Yes - but it requires a trial. Texas is a no-fault state, so there does not have to be a reason as long as there are 'irreconcilable differences...

I am wanting to take my ex husband to court to re-evaluate his visitation.

If you have waiting a certain amount of time, you might be able to file for a modification and have a social study done. That could, possibly,...

This is a venue question in a divorce case.

You can file a breach of contract claim (which it sounds like this is) anywhere that is appropriate... and TX has some broad rules. You can...

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