How do judges determine if a child under 3 should have overnight visits with the parent at the non-primary residence?

You mean other than their preconceived notions? There isn't any guidance in the family code. If a parent (usually the mother) makes a fuss it...

It can just be a matter of terminology. Social studies are usually done by social workers, often those who work for the court. The term custody...

Does a trial necessarily follow discovery, or is settlement an option?

Exchanging discovery doesn't mean that you necessarily have to go to trial. Often discovery provides the information that people need to settle. ...

I lost my kids to their dad, we separated on 7/17/11. They say he has a good case on me. I have now lost all visitation.

You do need to get a lawyer who can look at the pleadings and orders in the case. It sounds like you would benefit from drug and alcohol treatment...

Do I need a child support attorney?

The Attorney General's interest is in collecting child support and keeping kids off welfare. I don't believe the AG didn't do anything because he...

My grandson's father works for the police as an informant, he sells drugs and they share custody. How do we get full custody?

It sounds like your daughter entered an agreement with the father. Hire an attorney and file for custody: Texas Family Code § 102.004....

I need to file paperwork to get sole custody of my daughter from my grandmother and represent myself. What should I do?

You can contact Legal Aid. You can Google and contact a fathers rights group designed to help people represent themselves. It will be hard to...

Child wants to live w grandma, does the father then pay grandma chidl support?

She should get support from both of you. You can do it formally with a court order or informally and forward the father's child support payment...

If there is any small miracle of a chance, how or can i get legal guardianship of my nephew?

You have to live with the child for six months or more before you would have standing to sue for custody. See if they won't let him stay with you....

You need to meet with an attorney and discuss your rights and options. Perhaps some counseling would be in order for you as well. You have talked...