There is no average time and it depends on many factors, such as: 1. the difficulty of the issues; 2. whether one of the justices is filing a...

In divorce settlements, how would a home be valued? By the property tax bill value or by a real estate appraiser value?

It is always best to consult with a family law attorney in your area to know what the judges in your area prefer. That being said, a real estate...

The Standard Possession Order in the Family Code, which includes summer periods of possession, goes into effect when the Child turns 3. However, a...

I am 18 and am wanting to rent a small apartment with a friend of mine who is also 18 I am at my parents house is this legal?

You are old enough to enter into contracts in your own name and move out of your parent's home and into an apartment. Since the car is not owned by...

Will a court likely grant changing weekend possession dates if the non custodial parent requests it?

First, he will have to show that there is a material and substantial change in circumstances, then he also has to prove that it is in the...

What can be done about how my ex treats our kids and how she trashes me to our kids?

You should consult with a family law attorney to review your options. You are probably going to need to file for a modification where you can call...

Is this considered a 1 3 5 weekend

You need to read your orders carefully. If your orders include the statutory version of the Standard Possession Order, it provides that weekends...

I share joint custody with my sons father, how far can i move as the "Custodial Parent"

It all depends on that your order says. If your order does not provide for a geographic restriction, then you merely need to advise the father of...

Is this going against a court order?

If he wants to change the order, he should file a petition to modify the visitation. If you agree to let him see your child outside of the court...

When is my response due?

You to file by Monday following twenty days after service. You said you were served on March 29, to the 20th day is Tuesday, April 18, so you have...