Q: How can I get full custody of my child in order to move out of state. She is 12.
My child’s father and I have joint custody of our daughter. This was established in 2017. She is now 12yrs old and wants to live solely with me and her little sister who is 8. He has no other kids but I do. I’m planning to move to Texas. She has made it clear that she don’t want to be separated from her sister. See the current agreement is week to week. So we only see her every other week. And that’s really putting a strain on their relationship as sisters. He lives with his parents and girl friend, so my child is the only child in the house. He also can’t physically or financially take care of her, like I said he live with his parents. He is on disability and can barely walk. I’m moving to Houston Texas for a better opportunity. Our custody agreement is in Washington Parish. Is there a way for me to get full custody of my daughter and move out of state?
A: Hire a custody lawyer to take the specific required steps for your child to move with you. If you don't take those steps you could lose custody completely.
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