Can a petition to terminate parental rights be filed in Louisiana if we live in Texas? Case jurisdiction is originally in LA.

I think you could get away with filing in LA. The court in LA still has continuing, exclusive jurisdiction. Based on your facts, if you filed a...

In Texas what age is it that parents can not legally force their child to live at home with them anymore?

18 unless you are emancipated. http://blog.powerdaley.com/2012/01/emancipation-of-minors-in-texas.html

Can I get spousal support and childsupport with out getting a divorce

If you are living apart, you can get child support--assuming you would be designated as the "primary" managing conservator. You cannot get any kind...

Is there spousal support in Texas?

Spousal support is 100% at the discretion of the judge and can only be awarded to a spouse who is not able to earn sufficient income to pay his or...

Can a step grandparent married to a biological grandparent with felonies get guardianship of grandchild?

You don't want your husband to have joint conservatorship or guardianship with you. I think you have what you want. My advice is to leave your...

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Without having to read 84 papers how does a single mom get full custody of her children while her xhusband is in prison ?

You want us to make you an expert in modifying parent-child relationships but you don't want to read or hire a professional. You're wasting your...

How do I "reverse" the filing of a protective order in Dallas County, Texas

I agree with the other attorneys and would simply add that you owe it to yourself to go to Hope's Door and get some counseling. Abuse only ends one...

What is the legal age in the state of Texas to legally move out?

Eighteen, unless you've been emancipated. See my article on that issue. http://blog.powerdaley.com/2012/01/emancipation-of-minors-in-texas.html

Surprised in court with false accusations. Pictures of marajuana and a pipe were used as evidence.

You have to make a LEGAL objection and "It's a LIE" is not a legal objection. Frankly, telling you the proper objection will lead to the moral...

Has anyone had a case where the child and mother lived in TX, but the father lives in NY? Paternity, custody, and support?

NO, the Texas courts can't do any of that. Contact the attorney general's office in Texas and see if they'll work through the IV-D agency in NY to...