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Me and my ex spouse were married for 12 years and divorced in Texas. This was a uncontested divorce and the decree lists us both as joint managing conservators with her as the custodial parent. There is not a standard possession order it only states that visitation will be agreeable by both... View More 
answered on Mar 23, 2021
Thanks for your question and I'm sorry to hear about your situation.
I would suggest that you reach out to a local family law attorney so the attorney can review your final order with you and learn more about the facts surrounding your situation.
It sounds like you will need... View More
My child goes to school in the district i reside in, I have my child more days out of the week than he does. He’s decided not to help me financially anymore. He’s going to try an fight for joint custody and not pay child support. What do I need to do
answered on Mar 22, 2021
Hello, thanks for your question!
I would suggest that you reach out to a Houston-area family law attorney as soon as possible. The attorney can review the final order and learn more about the facts surrounding your situation.
If your husband does follow through and attempt to... View More
We have a standard possession order.
answered on Mar 22, 2021
Thanks for your question! It would depend on what your final order states. I am assuming the CP is referring to the fact that they were to have the child for spring break?
In any case, I would suggest reaching out to a family law attorney in Dallas so the attorney can learn more facts... View More
my landlord changed its policies and requiring 2month notice to move....we have been month to month does it still apply to me since we are not in a lease? I don't mind giving 30 days notice but 2 seems a little excessive
answered on Mar 16, 2021
Thanks for your question! 60 days is fairly standard, at least where I'm from. If you're interested, you could always reach out to a local landlord-tenant attorney in your area (Irving) so the attorney can review your lease and the new policy change. Best of luck!
I have court ordered visitation for my child. My order gives the days and time for my visitation. But My order doesn’t specify anything about the rules for exchange of the child. It does say “It is further ordered that all possession and access by (ME) shall be supervised by (my mother and... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2021
Thanks for your question! I would suggest that you reach out to a family law attorney in your area (Katy). See if you can hire one to review your court order and provide some advice. There may be more clarification/details elsewhere in the order.
Also, generally, as long as you and the... View More
Kids or I have never meet this girlfriend he’s only been dating a month we both have hired attorneys but no papers have been filed.
answered on Mar 8, 2021
Thanks for your question! I definitely understand your concern -- I'm glad that you have hired an attorney. I would certainly suggest that you reach out to the attorney for advice.
Most divorce decrees/final orders have language allowing a parent to designate a competent individual to... View More
I recently got married and my husband has 2 children that live full time in Texas with their mother, he lives in Idaho currently. They originally had a custody agreement that gave him every second Saturday but since moving he has not been able to reach her at all to inquire about the kids or try... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2021
Hello, thanks for your question and congratulations on the recent marriage! I am licensed in Texas, so I just want to state upfront that I am unsure of Idaho laws.
One important question to ask is where was the custody agreement signed/completed? From your comment, I would guess Idaho?... View More
My daughter (14) moved in with me Jan 7th of 2020 due to her mother not being steady or able to provide basic needs. Her mother packed her stuff and gave her to me (i have video). I filed all requested paperwork that the state asked but now it's in limbo because the CP makes excuses to why... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2021
Thanks for your question!
Yes, I understand that finances are tight, but it would be in your best interests to reach out to a family law attorney in your area as soon as possible so they attorney can review the prior order with you and learn more about the fact surrounding the case.... View More
I have child support court coming up in April. For a modification
answered on Mar 2, 2021
Thanks for your question! I would strongly recommend that you reach out to a family law attorney in your area as soon as possible so the attorney can review the previous final order with you and learn more about the facts surrounding your situation.
The mere fact that you make more or less... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2021
Thanks for your question! It depends on what your lease says. Landlords and tenants, through the lease agreement, can agree to pretty much anything.
I would suggest that your reach out to a local attorney in your area (LaPorte) who does landlord-tenant law so that they attorney can review... View More
I have insurance for my kids, my ex took my kids to a counselor who does not take insurance and is only cash pay. My insurance covers counseling and it’s only $60, am I responsible for paying half of the original receipt she submitted to me that is in the 100’s when I should only pay $30?
answered on Feb 25, 2021
Thank you for your question! I would suggest that you reach out to a local family law attorney so that the attorney can review what your divorce decree states and learn more about the facts surrounding your situation.
Oftentimes, the divorce decree will specify how medical expenses are to... View More
My husband and his ex wife’s divorce/child support order was through Missouri. Neither party lives in that state any longer. She just modified the amount through Missouri while living in Alabama does that need to change to her current state or does it matter?
answered on Feb 24, 2021
Thanks for your question! I am not familiar with Missouri laws, but generally, a court retains jurisdiction until it is either lost or transferred. Thus, it is possible for your husband's ex-wife to modify the amount of child support even though she lives in Alabama. Hope that helps!... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2021
Thanks for your question! I would suggest that you reach out to a family law attorney in your area so the attorney can review your divorce decree and learn more about the facts surrounding your situation.
Generally, you should file in the county where the divorce was filed/entered.... View More
I understand that the child support will more than likely be decreased. He currently has an arrearage of $40,000. Will the courts further reduce child support to take into account his travel expenses for him to see our children? He resides in Florida, the children and I reside in Texas.... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2021
Hello, thank you for your question! I would recommend that you reach out to a local family law attorney in your area so the attorney can take a look at your divorce decree and ask more questions to better understand the facts surrounding your situation. An important question is why did the dad move... View More
The parents are unmarried & recently separated. I want to make sure that the baby has same amount of time with each other. Because of the pandemic & the winter we are enduring. The father thinks I'm using it as an excuse to alienate. But he works (he has had the past week off cause of... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2021
Hello, thanks for your question! I would recommend that you reach out to a local attorney in your area soon so that the attorney can learn more about what is going on and advise you as to how to proceed.
The title of your post says "without breaking a court order" -- is there... View More
The variant of the last name i want yo register has only two different letters
answered on Feb 18, 2021
Hello, thanks for your question! I'm sorry to hear that you were bullied growing up.
I would suggest that you reach out to an attorney in your area and they can help you legally change your son's last name if you feel that is something that would be beneficial. There are... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2021
Thank you for your question and I hope you're staying safe and well during this weather! I would suggest that you contact a local attorney in your area so that the attorney can learn more information about your current situation.
If there has been a final divorce decree and there is a... View More
We share financial responsibility. His father just happened to live across the street from the school.
answered on Feb 16, 2021
Hello, thanks for your question and I hope you're staying safe in this weather! More information would be needed to best answer your question.
I would recommend that you reach out to a local attorney in your area so that the attorney can have a chance to ask you questions, examine the... View More
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answered on Feb 16, 2021
Thanks for your question! I would suggest that you reach out to a local attorney in your area so the attorney can review your lease, ask you questions about what the background situation is, and give you advice as to how to proceed.
You would most likely have to proceed in small claims... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2021
Thank you for your question! I would suggest that you hire a local attorney so that the attorney can best advise you as to how to proceed and what effect terminating your parental rights would be.
Generally speaking, even if a judge did approve the termination of your parental rights, you... View More
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