Questions answered by Christopher C. Merritt

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Can she request child custody?

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 28, 2014

Either conservator may ask for a modification. In the end, the test will always be what is in the best interest of the child. If you think she...

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How do I get supervised visits for my young child?

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 21, 2014

You need to sit down with a local attorney and discuss your current situation and the current orders. Yes, it is possible to get supervise...

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While married i lived in Fort Bend Cnty. Now Separated I live in Harris Cnty for 2 weeks. Can I file my divorce in Fort Bend ?

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 21, 2014

If your spouse resided in the State of Texas for the preceding 6 months and your spouse has resided in Fort Bend County for the last 90 days, then...

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Married In the origin country but never change marital status here in US

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 21, 2014

Texas law states that you may only be married to one person. I would suggest that you contact a lawyer to discuss your current situation. You may...

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Can I pick up my son from school on what would normally be a scheduled visitation day?

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 21, 2014

As previously stated, if all the orders say is that you should not withdraw the child from the school, then you should be able to pick up your...

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Is it possible for the father to lose custody if there is domestic abuse?

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 11, 2014

I agree with the previous answers in that it is unlikely that all possession would be cut off. The court will usually use things like supervised...

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How can we legally regain guardianship of our 10 & 14 yr old children once the CPS case has been closed?

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 11, 2014

I would suggest that you take all of the paperwork and the form that you signed to a local attorney to discuss your situation. Unfortunately, it...

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My wife and I live in Germany, but are both from Texas, how can we start the divorce process while living here.

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 11, 2014

To file for divorce in Texas you must reside in Texas for the preceding 6 months and in the county in which you file for the previous 90 days. If...

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Can I get geographical restrictions lifted

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 11, 2014

The ability to change a geographical restriction varies from county to county. I would suggest that you contact a local lawyer and discuss your...

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What happens to a trust when you want to file for a divorce?

Christopher's answer | Answered on August 02, 2014

You should talk to a lawyer about the total assets and your divorce. The trust may have language in it that can give guidance. I will say on...

Christopher C. Merritt's Answers (281)

Can she request child custody?

How do I get supervised visits for my young child?

While married i lived in Fort Bend Cnty. Now Separated I live in Harris Cnty for 2 weeks. Can I file my divorce in Fort Bend ?

Married In the origin country but never change marital status here in US

Can I pick up my son from school on what would normally be a scheduled visitation day?

Is it possible for the father to lose custody if there is domestic abuse?

How can we legally regain guardianship of our 10 & 14 yr old children once the CPS case has been closed?

My wife and I live in Germany, but are both from Texas, how can we start the divorce process while living here.

Can I get geographical restrictions lifted

What happens to a trust when you want to file for a divorce?