It might be worthwhile to enter into mediation with the father and try to work out a mutually acceptable parenting time arrangement. What kind of...

Can my daughter's required visitation with her father be stayed by court order until after mediation occurs & counseling is set.

I agree with the above attorneys. You would have to petition the court in order to get the parenting time suspended until after mediation. If the...

Per our divorce settlement section 10.02 says both parties agree to mediate before filing for relief before the court.

I can only assume that your question is whether the court will force you and your ex-spouse to go to mediation before it considers the motion. A...

How can I pursue some kind of dispute mediation? She will not voluntarily agree to further legal involvement or outside help.

Most states require that parents attend mediation before the court is required to decide a custody/parenting time issue. If North Carolina is not...

What defines de facto custody? Is this upheld in court for a change of circumstances?

It appears from your several questions that the children were sent to live with you for a specific period of time and that they were supposed to be...

What are the hearing procedures & penalties of a temporary custody case. How long before the trail etc.

You should have all of the information necessary for the court to determine a child support award. Hopefully you will be able to find your last...

What would be a "good cause" for denial of visitation?

You should make your attorney aware of the fact that the DCPP matter is still open. Typically, DCPP will issue a letter whenever an investigation...

Can I file a motion to appeal if the mediation agreement was signed under false terms and under duress?

It is difficult to critique your settlement without knowing all of the facts. I do not practice in Texas, but typically, a court will not make a...

Can I testify or provide evidence after closing statements

Typically, you cannot have more evidence entered after a hearing is over. It is also unusual for a court to defer making a decision regarding a...

I volunteered for mediation and now worried, what will happen? During mediation will I have to face my x abuser alone?

You will not have to agree to any parenting time situation that you are not comfortable with during the mediation process. If you let the mediator...

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