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Are state judges trained in INTERNATIONAL CHILD ABDUCTION AND PREVENTION measures?

Zara's answer | Answered on April 03, 2016

Not only do State judges understand the concept of international abuction but come across these issues frequently, additionally the Texas family...

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Do I present this to the judge?Do I have a good reason to ask for this change?Does law require father to carry life insurance?

Zara's answer | Answered on April 03, 2016

A mediated settlement agreement is binding and if both parties agreed and signed the terms then it is enforceable. The attorneys will create an...

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Is the MSA enforceable now even though he broke it the next day after it was signed? What is the disciplinary action for this?

Zara's answer | Answered on April 03, 2016

An MSA is binding and must be entered in court. The MSA must also be turned into a court order tonbe enforceable. You need to talk your attorney...

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What can I do to help my cousin? How can my father get custody of her ?

Zara's answer | Answered on March 28, 2016

In order for your parents to have legal custody over your cousin, they have to meet certain requirements set in the Texas Family Code, one of them,...

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So if i have equal rights to the kids how can she take them from their home? And me the person who has equal rights?

Zara's answer | Answered on March 27, 2016

You need to discuss your matter with an attorney. However, the fact that she has left or is leaving with the children, does not mean that you are...

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What will they look for in a social study for a step parent adoption in Texas? (financially)

Zara's answer | Answered on March 23, 2016

The social study is a part of the adoption procedure and it is an opportunity for you and your spouse -the adoptive parent to show the social...

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Does the law require that I have my attorney present at a court ordered mediation?

Zara's answer | Answered on March 15, 2016

If you are represented by counsel the mediator will require them to be there. If you reach a settlement, the lawyers will draft the agreement and...

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My question is two fold: 1. How can I move the case to Texas. 2. How can I enforce the order. Thanks.

Zara's answer | Answered on March 11, 2016

You have to transfer your case and file it with the Texas court, talk to an attorney about it, once the Texas Court has jurisdiction over your case...

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Am I required to give her spousal support? And does giving her support make receiving custody easier for her?

Zara's answer | Answered on March 10, 2016

The facts you have presented in the forum do not support request for support. Generally, in order to receive spousal support you must meet certain...

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Is a contempt of court generally considered part of the divorce case?

Zara's answer | Answered on March 10, 2016

This sounds fair, as a contempt action is not included in a flat fee divorce case. One of the remedies for refusal to follow A court order is...

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Are state judges trained in INTERNATIONAL CHILD ABDUCTION AND PREVENTION measures?

Do I present this to the judge?Do I have a good reason to ask for this change?Does law require father to carry life insurance?

Is the MSA enforceable now even though he broke it the next day after it was signed? What is the disciplinary action for this?

What can I do to help my cousin? How can my father get custody of her ?

So if i have equal rights to the kids how can she take them from their home? And me the person who has equal rights?

What will they look for in a social study for a step parent adoption in Texas? (financially)

Does the law require that I have my attorney present at a court ordered mediation?

My question is two fold: 1. How can I move the case to Texas. 2. How can I enforce the order. Thanks.

Am I required to give her spousal support? And does giving her support make receiving custody easier for her?

Is a contempt of court generally considered part of the divorce case?