You need to modify the existing order to reflect that you have possession of your child. You can do this on your own or through an attorney. ...

How much and what chance do i have of obtaining sole custody of both my children? I am not married with the babies father.

If those facts can be proven, then you may have a good chance of being appointed a sole managing conservator. You can likely get some type of...

Can I get a protective order without the other person going to jail?

A protective order may be granted if you can show that there is a qualifying relationship, that there has been family violence, and that there is a...

Will I have to divorce my ex boyfriend ?

If the form that you signed was a declaration of informal marriage and filed with the County Clerk's office then you are definitely married and...

Can I as a grandparent hire a lawyer to get cps out of our life

It sounds like your daughter needs an attorney. The sooner that this matter is put before the Court the sooner that CPS will have some oversight...

Divorce temporary orders hearing

Without knowing anything about your case it is impossible to get an answer to your question in this setting. It is completely dependent on the...

What rights does a father have regarding child custody?

Once paternity is established the father will have just as much rights to the child as the mother would. Now, the Court's order will make specific...

How can i affordably get a TRO against my ex? Open CPS case, child has a concussion.

You need to talk to a family law attorney who can move fast on this. Every attorney will handle their fee arrangements differently. You may have to...

How long does it take for a family judge to approve a tempory order restraining order?

The TRO is typically signed within a few days of filing. You would need to submit an affidavit with your pleading to support your request for...

Getting custody of my grandbaby

Usually the preference is to place the child with a family member. But if CPS doesn't believe a family member will be protective of the child then...