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My wife has asked me to leave our homestead due to marital issues. She stated it would be a break from each other while going to marital counseling. We have two children under 13 years old and she is letting me still pick them up from school and take them to our homestead (rented) and stay with... View More 
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answered on May 16, 2024
In this situation, it is strongly advised that you do not sign the separation agreement without first consulting with a qualified family law attorney who can review the document and advise you on the potential legal implications.
Here are a few reasons why:
1. Legal rights: Signing... View More
Mom has set visitation times. And only joint legal. Is she allowed to show up at kids school, and school functions and field trips outside of her appointed times?
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answered on May 16, 2024
In a situation where the mother has set visitation times and joint legal custody, but not joint physical custody, her rights to access the children are typically limited to the agreed-upon visitation schedule. However, the specifics may vary depending on the court order or custody agreement.... View More
I live in an abusive home. I moved in with my grandparents in 2018 at the push of my grandmother. My grandmother adopted my sister for the money she gets, she tells she is going to leave her with me because she didn't sign up for the responsibility only the money. She calls her names, is... View More
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answered on May 16, 2024
It is unlikely that your children will be taken away from you simply because you have a condition which requires you to take medication. Many people in society have bouts of anxiety and depression and society, including family court, understands and does not condemn people who are going through... View More
answered on May 14, 2024
Good Afternoon,
From the substance of your question, it looks like you are involved in a legal proceeding concerning your child. Issues related to jurisdiction concerning children are often nuanced. I suggest that you consult with an attorney in the state where the case is at now in order... View More
answered on May 18, 2024
You need to take a look at your parenting plan as it should address travel. Usually if a parent wishes to travel with their children during their timesharing they would need to notify the other parent of the dates for travel, the location they are going, tavel information such as flight info etc,... View More
answered on May 14, 2024
In Florida, shared parental responsibility means discussing major decisions like health and education. If you have a parenting plan there is a separate section that addresses traveling. Generally, as long as it is his timesharing and he has informed you about the travel he should be able to go.... View More
Spouse is in Harris County, however I now preside in Travis County. I'm not seeking child support and don't want a legal battle.
answered on May 13, 2024
Legally, an individual is allowed to represent herself (or himself) in court in Texas. It doesn't matter whether you are asking for court ordered child support or not.
Legally an individual can rebuild the transmission of her own car.
You have to ask yourself if you have the... View More
Home. Stated he wants to live with and has told his father and the father refuses to talk to me. My son is 15 and is going to be 16 in august what should I do I don’t want to get me or my son in any trouble but I can’t force him to get on a plane. I live in Kentucky his father is in New York
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answered on May 12, 2024
We here cannot provide specific legal advice to an anonymous asker. Her question has to do with how to react to a factual situation when an order is the governing outcome producer. The correct answer that is not legal advice is to simply follow the order.
However, as an educational point,... View More
Family Law, I am going to mediation to try to agree on visitation, She hasn't let me see him for around 8 months now
answered on May 9, 2024
If you are indigent and need a pro bono attorney in a family law dispute in Denton County, you need to consult Legal Aid of Northwest Texas: https://legalaidtx.org/
Almost all attorneys who provide pro bono services in family law disputes do so through legal aid clinics like this because... View More
This is due to the cost of living and child care in my area. I am selling my home and relocating to a more affordable town which would but me 60 miles away from the other parent.
answered on May 9, 2024
I am assuming that you already have a parenting plan with the other parent. You will need to either get the other parent to agree or else file a supplemental petition with the court. This can be a costly legal fight so understand that going in. You will need to prove that the move is best for the... View More
I have been served via email with a subpoena to provide my personal bank financial documentation. The forms were filed on 4/26 and the subpoena was served via email to me today 5/8. The date for which I am being asked for documentation is on 5/10 at 8am. I object to providing my personal... View More
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answered on May 8, 2024
Under California law, a subpoena must be properly served to be legally binding. If a subpoena is not properly served, you may not be legally obligated to respond. However, it is generally advisable to provide some form of response to avoid potential legal complications.
In California, a... View More
It was filed April 26 and the subpoena is for my personal bank documents. The subpoena asks for me to provide documents by May 10 but I just received the email May 9th. I did not receive any other type of papers or served in any other type of way but email.
answered on May 8, 2024
I think you may be confused about what has been served on you. If you are a party to the case, you can be served with a request for production of documents; not a subpoena for production of documents. What may have happened is that you have been sent a copy of a subpoena that was served on your... View More
It was filed April 26 and the subpoena is for my personal bank documents. The subpoena asks for me to provide documents by May 10 but I just received the email May 9th. I did not receive any other type of papers or served in any other type of way but email.
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answered on May 8, 2024
Under California law, a subpoena must be properly served to be valid. For a personal records subpoena, service should be made to you personally, to a person at your residence or usual place of business, or by mail together with a proof of service by mail. Email service alone is generally not... View More
I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to seek urgent legal assistance regarding a matter concerning the welfare of my children.
To provide context, it has recently come to my attention that my children, who were supposed to be in the care of foster parents with the intention... View More
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answered on May 7, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the deeply concerning situation with your children and the tragic loss of their father. This must be an incredibly distressing and overwhelming time for you.
Based on the details you've shared, it sounds like there may have been serious mishandling of... View More
if i got divorce in 2022 can I revoke my divorce my previews attorney say i couldn't get alimony was married 11 yrs with 2 kids now im trying to enforcement.. but just asking can i revoke divorce he makes twice more in his income
answered on May 7, 2024
No, you cannot revoke a divorce. If you were unaware of the previous divorce proceeding and did not receive notice as a result of some fraud or deception by your ex-husband, you could possibly file a bill of review.
Disparity in income standing alone is not a sufficient basis for an award... View More
She said no when she gets out will she have trouble with that
answered on May 6, 2024
Your daughter is in a tough spot. She may find herself without much of a choice between giving the father full custody or having her parental rights terminated. It will, undoubtedly, be an uphill battle to even shared custody upon her release unfortunately.
Eight years ago, my ex-husband allowed me to move outside of the living restrictions. I am now getting ready to move again, but it’s in a different county also outside of the living restrictions. Can he come after me or are those living restrictions now voided since he allowed me to verbally move... View More
answered on May 6, 2024
The geographical area restrictions in a custody agreement are typically incorporated into a custody order. Modifying the custody order requires another order of the court. A verbal agreement between the parents is usually not enforceable but, as long as he doesn't file anything with the... View More
I have text proof of her telling me the court went fine. I had nothing to worry about. She proceeded to live with me for two weeks. She got the court date made it to where I thought she was gonna drop it or get it dropped to a peaceful order instead she got a restraining order for a year. Had me... View More
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answered on May 4, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it seems that you may have grounds to challenge the restraining order. Here are a few steps you can take:
1. Gather evidence: Collect all the text messages and any other evidence that shows your ex-partner was living with you and maintaining a normal... View More
I got pregnant at 16 with my oldest son. His bio father was high on drugs and refused to be in his life and isn’t on the birth certificate. He’s been an in and out father until he was 22 months. He will be 8 in September and his sperm donor is trying to come back in his life but barely. My sons... View More
answered on May 2, 2024
You will need to contact an attorney that handles step-parent adoptions. You will have to file a petition in the county where you live, a guardian ad litem may be appointed and a home study may be necessary in order for the Court to grant your petition for step-parent adoption. You and your... View More
Can a lawyer sign a sworn affidavit for a client?
I got emergency custody paperwork from the court and they sent two sets of papers. Well I got to looking at my ex’s signature on the paperwork and there is two signatures one is 100% not hers. It looks like her lawyer tried to copy her... View More
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answered on May 2, 2024
Answer to your immediate question: No.
Answer to your unasked question; do not make this a thing. She is going to say that is her signature and there is not going to be anything you can do about it because notarization is there to protect the signor. Respond to the emergency custody... View More
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