A person not related at all to a child can have custody if that person has pleaded and proved standing through having had possession of that child...

Should I take a drug test for cps, before consulting a lawyer?

Talk to family law counsel first if you have time. Not taking the drug test can be viewed as a positive by implication. Taking the drug test can...

Is a person signing an I-864 affidavit of support permitted to enter into an agreement with the supportee?

Your concern is not family law but immigration law. You need to consult immigration law counsel in Dallas County area.

Can I press charges on somebody who's threatening me to make false accusations to cps?

If she is "threatening," she has not done anything yet. Make a record of those threats so you can show them to CPS if you get a call. Until she...

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Where were the court orders made? If Missouri, you need family law counsel there. If they were Texas orders, retain family law counsel in Texas. ...

Need a lawyer emergency custody violence.

You need a divorce petition filed and notice of hearing for temporary orders or temporary restraining order to be served on the husband. You need...

If I turn 18, can I move out and transfer schools because I will be a senior?

You can move at 18 as you are an adult.

What are my rights for custody of 13 yr old daughter until divorce is filed and judge orders custody? Husband moved with mistres

Until you have court orders in place maintain possession of your daughter exclusively and then get family law counsel and court orders in place. ...

What are important key factors to include in an appeal letter, regarding finds of "reason to believe" child abuse?

Consult administrative law counsel if possible and/or family law counsel in person and retain that professional to draft the appeal letter.

What is the age where my step daughter can decide she don't want to go to a visit with her mom anymore in Texas?

At no age does a child control the child's seeing their parents and persons with court-ordered relationship and rights. A modification of court...