It is not parental kidnapping. It is a willful violation of a court order which is punishable by contempt. Because contempt proceedings are...

At what age a child can choose who they want to live with

file a petition to modify custody. If you've had the child 13 years, it's almost a shoo-in. Mom likely won't have a chance. Hire a lawyer and...

Can I leave the state with my children if no court papers have been established?

If there are no orders in place restricting the children's residence to somewhere in Texas, go.

What are unwed father's rights in Texas

One of you should file a paternity suit to acknowledge his paternity to the child AND to determine rights and duties of a parent, child support and...

Can i annul my mariage?

Annulments are rarely granted because they are limited to certain specific circumstances. Adultery is not one of those circumstances. You will...

File a motion to modify seeking to include "standard passport language" in the custody order. I suspect you need a lawyer to accomplish this timely.

Look carefully through the papers you were served. You may well find an Order to Appear in Court. If so, read it carefully. Hire an attorney.

My wife doesn't want to sign the divorce papers sent to her

pull out your calendar. Your wife has until the first Monday following 20 days from the date she was served to file an answer. If not, take a...

What all should my answer include?

Please hire a lawyer before you shoot yourself in the foot. Your question shows you haven’t a clue what you’re getting into. The answer will be...

Can I Modify Custody & Child Support if my Ex leaves our Daughter at my House for a Month to 6 Weeks at a time?

I definitely think you should seek to modify both possession and child support - but as soon as you do file, I suspect the EX will change her...