Can a parent take a 2 year old child 7 hours away without consulting the other parent?

Unless your final orders state otherwise, when it's the parent's period of possession you can do and take the kid wherever you want. Only if going...

What's the approximate cost of a child adoption by a stepfather that is married to the mother?

It's impossible to give a solid estimate. There is a criminal background check on potential Dad. A social study done on the adopting home. An...

Are the results of a divorce case, (eg- custody of child) ,filed in India valid in Texas, USA?

I agree. Houston Texas is an international city and one of the biggest cities in the US. I mediate divorce cases where the people are from all...

How do I file a child support order for my daughter her dad is in prison in Marion IL?

You need to talk to an attorney. In Texas, child support usually does not begin until 30 (or more) days after he gets out of prison. But if...

Can I contest a TOD

The attorney might not have even known this account existed. I believe it was the person's responsibility to keep track of his assets and where...

My divorce was dismissed because I mixed up my court date. I still want my divorce but what do I do now?

If it's been less than 30 days then you can ask for a new trial. But then it is up to the judge if it's granted. If longer than 30 days you...

Can a father move out of state from TX to WA with a child

Once you move and establish residency in WA (probably around 6 months) you might want to file a court case and make sure the child can remain with...

What to do if the attorney general is giving you the run around?

It does not appear that you have a "step down" payment in your decree. It might be worth it, your child support would go from 25% to 20% - not a...

I was wondering what are the consequences for bigamy my ex HUSBAND filed for a divorce but I do not know if he did

If you are in Harris County then a family law attorney that has signed up with Harris County District Clerk Chris Daniel's website can look at...

the power of attorney died when your dad did. you need to find the money to hire a lawyer. also have mom re-key the house and not give...