Court for custody

The mediated settlement agreement has to be incorporated into a final order for Judge to sign. And most matters will require at least one court...

Can my daughters mom change my childs last name without my permission?

In order to change the child's name she would have to file a petition for change of name for a child. She would have to serve you and you would...

As a grandparent, can I file to exercise my son's monthly visitation rights while he is deployed?

The answer would depend on which state issued the visitation order. If that state was Arkansas then you would likely need to file in Arkansas. If...

Will a judge order joint custody and set visitation with my daughters father at 7 days on and 7 days off even if I don't agree?

Most judges do not favor a 50/50 possession order. However, in order to make sure that you are prepared for anything it would be a good idea to...

Can I pay my bills from my personal checking account while under a temporary restraining order?

Usually in the TRO there are specific authorizations that allow you to spend money for reasonable and necessary living expenses, legal fees,...

I never adopted my stepdaughter however my soon to be ex wife tells me I have to pay child support on her. Is this True?

If you didn't father the child or adopt the child the Court cannot order you to support that child. Get a lawyer and take everything your...

The Interest you owe has already accrued. You have to pay it. You cannot pay principle and avoid paying that obligation.

Do I need to file for divorce even if my ex already has?

You can also file - a Counterpetition for Divorce - and request a temporary hearing where you can ask the Court to force him to return children. It...

The Courts in Fort Bend County generally will only hear a contested temporary hearing after mediation has been attempted. The same is true for...

My childsupport arrears came mostly when I lost my job due to me being in jail for two years. How can I get relief from it

If the other parent is willing to release part of your arrearage then this type of matter is usually handled by a judgment and release. The Court...