How does it take for the other side to get the mediation settlement signed by judge when went to mediation in tarrant county on

A Mediated Settlement Agreement is not signed by a judge. Someone (usually Petitioner's Attorney) needs to prepare a Final Order for the judge to...

Confiscation of passport in child custody case

You desperately need a family law attorney to guide you. You need someone to advocate for you -- 1. Joint managing Conservatorship 2. Notice if...

What is required to change an order from a joint conservatorship to a sole-conservatorship? My ex is now seeking sole custody.

You might suggest mediation. If it's not working then most Harris County judges will change the visitation arrangement. You can entitled...

Can i open and file a custody in texas even though there is an open case in california?

If there is an open case, you must go to that court. Since you have not provided a lot of information, it is impossible to fully address your...

How much weight does a court put on the size of a home, when deciding joint vs sole conservatorship?

There is no "law" in the State of Texas regarding this matter so it's up to each judge. Usually they want kids of the same sex in the same room...

Can a 17 yr old move out from the Custodial Parent's house and live with a friend to finish his senior yr of school?

I agree. In Texas a child is still a minor for civil lawsuits until the moment he/she turns 18. Regarding property, unless the child inherited...

Do i have to pay for my soon to be ex-wifes lawyer?

Maybe, If you control all community funds then you might be ordered by the judge to pay her attorney some or all of her legal fees. You need to...

How can I either get mu son back? Or at least get him away from my parents?

I agree with the other attorney -- you need to stay clean and sober. If CPS learns that you are pregnant and arrested for drugs then they will...

Is their any attorneys willing to go to civil or federal court against Cps and foster home where my children were abused.

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In a divorce, if i have a lawyer and my wife does not does that change anything in my favor?

Yes, of course, it does. You will have someone to guide you through the divorce process in an effective manner. Otherwise, your case could linger...