How do I get custody of my daughter?

Due to the age of your child, it will honestly be difficult, but not impossible to affect a change of custody. You should consult with an...

My son just turned 12, can he choose who he wants to live with

Once a child has reached 12 years of age, you can file a motion with the court to confer in chambers with the child as to his preference for...

You can file an amended petition despite the fact that your husband has filed an answer. You must send a copy of the amended pleading to your...

Can I move out state with my child, while me and my husband are separated.

Unless there is a present court order prohibiting you from moving out of Texas you are free to move at any time. It would be proper to provide...

I got married in Florida, but have just moved to Houton. Can I get a divorce here or do I have to move back to Florida?

To meet the residency requirement for the state of Texas, you must have lived here for six months, and in the county of filing for 90 days. If...

I have a 16 yr old son that want to move in with me.

You need to go visit with a family law attorney. Once a child turns 12 years old, you can request that the Court interview the child in chambers...

My brother in law and his ex girl friend had a baby together. What can he do about seeing his baby?

Your brother in law needs to file a parentage action to establish a legal parent-child relationship between himself and his child. When a child is...

Could I go out on a road trip for the weekend with my child even though my ex says no you can't

If the Court order contains no restrictions concerning travel out of the county and if it is your weekend for possession of the child then you need...

Can divorced widow inherit house that was in her dead ex-husband's name?

You will need to specifically check with an attorney familiar with the laws of Michigan. Under Texas law, a divorced spouse would take nothing...

Married in MA. Husband in CA. I live in Maine 5 months now. Want to file for uncontested divorce. Agreed. Where do I file

Jurisdiction would be determined by the residency requirements for divorce in both Maine and California. If everything is agreed to, the...