Are the specific qualifications required when a lawyer is appointed as an advocate for a child in a custody dispute?

In CPS Court, the Judge appoints an Attorney and Guardian ad litem for the child to advocate for the best interest of the child. The Judge can...

In Texas how old does a child have to be before his parents have no say about where he lives,goes to school, etc?

I'm not sure if you have asked this question elsewhere, but because it is so similar, I will give you the same answer I gave to a very similar...

IS A CHILD CONSIDERED AN ADULT IN TEXAS AT 18 AND IS STILL IN HIGH SCHOOL.

He could also seek emancipation (removal of disabilities of minority) since he still has several months until he turns 18. What exactly did your...

How do i remove a tenant with out a lease it is a mobile home and in Texas i don't want payment only for them to vacate the home

If you do not have a written lease, then you most likely have a "month-to-month" tenant if your tenant is paying on a monthly basis. If your...

How do I change a minors name if both parents are at agreement in the state of Texas? If its non contested how fast can we do it

It sounds like you are in luck according to Texas Family Code § 45 A Court may order the name of a child changed if the changes is in the best...

I was arrested and falsely accused of " assault" by single-parent step daughter living in our home....case was dismissed BUT ...

How long ago did this incident happen? Are you certain that the case was dismissed? Were you actually charged by information or indictment? ...

Is there a way that custody papers can be filed by the parties involved without spending tons of money to hire a lawyer??

Is there a current custody order in place from a Court in LA? If so, then you are correct that you need to file your paperwork there. If there...

Is it possible to get my sons fathers rights taken away from him?

You can pursue an involuntary termination of his parental rights because he placed or knowingly allowed the child to remain in conditions or...

Is there anything that I am able to do when I know that someone is lying in court?

If you believe that she is going to perjure herself under oath, or if you have other relevant testimony that may make a difference in the case,...

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How do I go about getting a court order for a paternity test.

You can file a Suit to Adjudicate Parentage and request the Court to order her to submit to genetic testing. I've never heard of a someone...