Does court where divorce occurred have to be place to file modification of custody ?

The court of continuing jurisdiction is where a motion to modify is initiated. In appropriate circumstances it can be paired with a motion to...

What is the age in Texas when a child can say he wants to live with the other parent?

This is a misnomer in ways. We previously had a statute allowing for the execution of a choice of managing conservator form by a child. The age at...

Married to abusive spouse and abandon when pregnant, I want to know what I can do about forcibly removing parental rights.

It takes six months to establish a new home state -- do you have one case pending or two? Are there any convictions for assault or a similar crime...

Child's father cannot afford childcare during his holiday visit. Does he lose his visit?

Did you file for garnishment on your own, or through the office of the attorney general? Has a wage withholding order been properly served on ex's...

What should I do if my 12 y/o daughter does not want to go with her Dad (my ex) on his weekend?

Emotional abuse is not to be ignored; however, you can find yourself the subject of a motion for enforcement by contempt if you fail to present...

Just not sure.

If you have not remarried, and were married to ex for more than ten years, you can seek an award of Social Security benefits based on his earnings...

Can I file for divorce in Galveston Texas, and while in process move to Virginia

It takes six months to establish a new home state. Also note - most counties now have standing orders enjoining a move out of state with kids...

Can my ex sell a car that's titled in both our names if divorce isn't final or throw out my property ?

Note that a person can incur debts for reasonable and necessary living expenses, business expenses and legal fees, even with a mutual injunction in...

Is this child custody interference?

File a motion for enforcement by contempt. You have to be able to document how ex failed to adhere to the possessory provisions of the decree. Each...

The child is over 12. You need to file a motion to modify in the court of continuing jurisdiction, as well as a motion for the judge to interview...