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How long does a non custodial parent have to be absent before I do not have to abide by the general visitation schedule?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

You can stop following the visitation order once the child turns 18, or the Court makes another order.. Many conservators have this problem. ...

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MY ex husband owes 26,000 in back child support, my kids are 15, 18, and 21. will he still have to pay the full 26,000?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

It is possible to collect a child support judgment the same as any other judgment if he has assets. I don't know any attorney who will work for free.

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Hi I am the petitioner against my ex in a protective order hearing. They granted it. Now I realize that a lot of the facts wer

Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

I believe you can file a Petition to Modify or Terminate the Protective Order. But frankly, the separation is probably best for both of you. If...

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In Texas, is child support taxable income to the parent? Is spousal support/maintainence taxable income as well?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

Child support is taxable income to the person who earned the money, as part of their income. The person receiving the child support also gets to...

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Dear Sir/Mam wat does the term mean disclosure of expert witnessess

Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

Look at Rule 194 of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure in the Court's Law Library. There is a list of questions about experts. That is expert...

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How likely can I be awarded joint physical and legal custody of my 2 year old?

Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

The standard is the best interest of the child. Best to be as involved with the child as possible between now and then in all aspects of the...

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Can i appeal a placement hearing? kinship rules and requirements all ok. kinship is thru family of same sex couple /grandmother

Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

If it was an Associate Judge that made the ruling you can. You only have about 3 days from the date of the ruling. Focus on getting ready for...

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I was recently laid off, which forced me to accept a job for less pay. Does my spousal support reduce also, due to less income

Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

Very little is automatic in the law. This isn't. You should meet with a family law attorney ASAP with your Decree and discuss filing a Petition...

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Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

You cannot post names and birthdays here. You can go and talk to a probate attorney, but if your dad died 15 years ago, you may be too late.

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My ex husband lost his job and is planning moving and we agree to lift geographic. can we write a letter and get notarized work

Dorothea's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

Most decrees state that if the non-possessory parent moves the restriction is lifted. You should meet with an attorney and your decree before you...

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How long does a non custodial parent have to be absent before I do not have to abide by the general visitation schedule?

MY ex husband owes 26,000 in back child support, my kids are 15, 18, and 21. will he still have to pay the full 26,000?

Hi I am the petitioner against my ex in a protective order hearing. They granted it. Now I realize that a lot of the facts wer

In Texas, is child support taxable income to the parent? Is spousal support/maintainence taxable income as well?

Dear Sir/Mam wat does the term mean disclosure of expert witnessess

How likely can I be awarded joint physical and legal custody of my 2 year old?

Can i appeal a placement hearing? kinship rules and requirements all ok. kinship is thru family of same sex couple /grandmother

I was recently laid off, which forced me to accept a job for less pay. Does my spousal support reduce also, due to less income

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My ex husband lost his job and is planning moving and we agree to lift geographic. can we write a letter and get notarized work