Questions answered by Melissa Morgan Williams

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Do I need an attorney to get custody of my 14 yr old son?

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

You would need to file a Motion to Modify and set a hearing. Modifying a final order regarding children can be very complicated, and you would be...

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Job opportunity in the midst of divorce with kids.

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

If you are in the middle of a divorce case, you may not be able to move without the court's approval. If you have an attorney, you need to discuss...

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Can a judge sign a judgement on child support, divorce, attorney fees, etc. Without me being notified of court hearings?

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

I agree that you need an attorney to help you with this process. More information is needed regarding whether you were served, filed an answer,...

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Can temporary custody be modified if the children choose to stay with me?

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

You can use your children's choice as a basis for modifying the current order, depending on their ages. If you have an attorney, you need to...

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Can a non custodial parent enroll there child in school without the custodial parent giving consent

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

I agree with William that much more information is needed to answer this question with certainty. It sounds like you may be in contempt of court...

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Can ex-wife change final decree once its been signed by both parties and by a judge only after 3.5 months have passed?

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

I agree that you need counsel to advice and guide you through this process. It is very difficult to modify a final order after that short amount...

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Should I hire an attorney at this point?

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 20, 2015

Yes, you should at least meet with an attorney to get advice. Child issues can be very complicated, and you will most likely need to hire someone...

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In the state of Texas can you make modifications to your custody agreement.

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 20, 2015

Yes, you can modify orders regarding children if you meet with the Family Code requirements. Meet with a family law attorney and take your final...

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Do I have to notify my ex-husband that I am leaving the country while my children are with my ex-husband during his possession?

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 20, 2015

I agree that unless your Decree has some very unusual provision about this, you do not have to notify him. I would just make sure your children...

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We have joint custody ,ex is going to prison .Know one notified me she gave temp custody to her sister .Can I get my daughter?

Melissa's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

I agree that you need to meet with an experienced family law attorney for advice asap. They will need to review your order. At a minimum, you...

Melissa Morgan Williams's Answers (218)

Do I need an attorney to get custody of my 14 yr old son?

Job opportunity in the midst of divorce with kids.

Can a judge sign a judgement on child support, divorce, attorney fees, etc. Without me being notified of court hearings?

Can temporary custody be modified if the children choose to stay with me?

Can a non custodial parent enroll there child in school without the custodial parent giving consent

Can ex-wife change final decree once its been signed by both parties and by a judge only after 3.5 months have passed?

Should I hire an attorney at this point?

In the state of Texas can you make modifications to your custody agreement.

Do I have to notify my ex-husband that I am leaving the country while my children are with my ex-husband during his possession?

We have joint custody ,ex is going to prison .Know one notified me she gave temp custody to her sister .Can I get my daughter?