Would a job affect the possibility of obtaining alimony?

You may seek alimony in the divorce. Alimony involves a contract by one former spouse to pay the other former spouse a periodic payment for a...

If my daughters father pays medical support(Medicaid) will the judge grant him visitation or custody

The Office of the Attorney General has the responsibility to seek reimbursement from the parents of a child who is receiving government assistance...

Do I need a lawyer to file for custody of my child who lives in NC, if I live in TX?

If a Texas court made the order regarding your child, and no North Carolina court has made any decision regarding your child, then the Texas court...

Do I get backpay?

The Court may modify your support back to the earlier of the date that the other party is served with the suit to modify or the date that person...

Ex wife want to change son name and I owe back child support

You will need to ask a question to get an answer. I will answer what I think you are asking. A name change requires both parents’ consent. Don’t...

Can i get custody over all 5 of my siblings?

Your concerns for their welfare are valid. Is there a grandparent who could step in and take custody now, or another blood relative? Have you...

Divorced in TX, full custody was awarded to dad because mom didn't bother showing up for court. Need to file Transfer of Venue.

Are you the Dad? Not sure I understand the facts but If mom is still in Texas, then Texas still has jurisdiction over the child and the suit stays...

Child custody. Can a judge or home study worker tell if a child was turned against the other parent?

This is a tough situation for any parent. I am sorry you are going through it. I did not see her age in your question. If she is 12 or older then...

No. There are specific steps he would have had to file to get a court order (temporary) under the Family Code. It’s a lawsuit to modify your...

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Ex and I never married. Hasn’t seen our son in 2 years.

My answer is less hopeful for you and your husband — If Dad pursues getting a court order, Dad will be granted a possession schedule and rights. He...