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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: Would it be possible for a full time worker who is about to turn 17, to move in with their dad?

My mother is my main guardian, and she put my dad onto child support. I am currently not attending school , and a soon to be full time worker? Would it be possible in Texas ?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 15, 2023

As long as both parents agree, yes it should be possible. I strongly recommend getting the agreement in writing in case either parent attempts to back out and enforce the terms of their current court order.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: If my kids live with their mother and I give them a phone can she take it from them
Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Feb 3, 2023

Yes, she can take the phone but the kids should be allowed to talk to you ,

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Texas on
Q: This is related to child support.

I have two children 21 and 19. I owe back child support in the amount 25,000. I am making monthly payments of $315.00. I need my passport as I may need to relocate with my spouse to Mexico. Please advise. Thank you for your help.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jan 31, 2023

You will need to pay off your back child support in order to get a passport.

1 Answer | Asked in Adoption, Child Support and Divorce for Texas on
Q: Is it wise to set up child support payments to a bank account instead of through the Attorney Generals Office?
Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 23, 2023

It is not wise. The other party could claim it was a gift and you may have to pay double. Use the AG and you will not have any issues

2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: My son's father filed writ of attachment and TRO against me claimig false abuse and neglect. I need help. Idk what to do

He has filed false claims in another state as well and I showed proof of his lies and the state not having jurisdiction. The judge's statement ruling states he frauded himself in that court. That was in Sep. He has brought basically the same accusations it an unknowing judge in Texas and now... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Jan 9, 2023

You need to call legal aide and see if you qualify for a free lawyer

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: If parent fails to provide health insurance after being ordered by the court, who’s responsible is it to pay bills?

Mom was ordered to apply for Texas Medicaid by court, Dad is paying for premium to the state of Texas. Mom refuses apply and is asking dad for 50% of medical expenses. Per court documents “a parent ordered to provide for Health insurance … who fails to do so is liable for necessary medical... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Dec 29, 2022

Mom should be 100 percent liable under most orders

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Child Support for Texas on
Q: My brother has a 110000 bond just want to know if there is a way to get it reduced or to get him reinstated in probation
Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Dec 21, 2022

Retain a lawyer. The lawyer can ask for bond reduction and to reinstate probation

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support and Family Law for Texas on
Q: Under what circumstances should a file a motion to clarify a child support court order?

I the mother am the custodial parent of my son My sister in law is the caregiver and POA of my disabled husband who I am separated from (the non custodial parent) of my son. She is interfering with the child support court order that states that I am to mediate the supervised visitations with no one... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Dec 14, 2022

Retain a lawyer to review your current Order, You may need to file a Motion to enforce or a Motion to modify

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Child Support and Civil Litigation for Texas on
Q: Can a 17-year-old move in with his noncustodial parent?

They live in Texas. Mother and father do not get along at all.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 12, 2022

Yes if both parents consent.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: Can I amend my answer to a SACPR to add a counter petition before the court date?

I had filed an enforcement of visitation on the mother of my son but was unable to get her served in time. She then filed her own cases against me. I filed my answer assuming the visitation enforcement would be a part of it, but I'm not sure about that now. Can I still request the enforcement... View More

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Dec 6, 2022

Your Motion to Enforce is separate. You can file a Counterclaim to her motion, You need to retain al alwyer,

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: Hi I need a lawyer to go with me on 14 if this month are help reschedule my court date

I need to hire a lawyer

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Nov 11, 2022

If your case is pending in North Texas, I recommend Konnor Lee of Law Offices of Mark Childress in Fort Worth or Carla Rankin of Rankin Law PLLC in Rockwall.

2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: Any chance i could get custody of my child if i haven't been in his life for 9 years?

Birth Cert signed by us (Both parents) but the mom decided to cut me off from the child for all these years. I respected that and gave her space, now i want the child back so he can grow with his other siblings( i have a new family now). We live in different states. Any chance i could get custody... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 14, 2022

Every child custody case is unique and is judged on its own particular facts using the legal standard what is in the best interests of the child.

In my experience, being absent from the child’s life for nine years is not a favorable fact for you to win custody.

But, in most...
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Q: Should I get an attorney?

The attorney General (child support) is taking my ex to court for contempt. He owes me 20k in arrears and hasn't been paying me. They said I might have to testify. I do have a few documents to prove that he is making money and has alot of "toys" ex. Multiple vehicles, boats, etc.... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 28, 2022

Yes. Unless you are an attorney yourself or have legal experience with a relatively simple matter, hiring someone with the education, training, and experience to handle a matter usually produces a more favorable outcome than attempting to do it yourself. Unfortunately, attorneys do cost money.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: If a custodial parent drops off their kids and doesn’t return for four months to the non-custodial parent what can they

The noncustodial parent is paying child support

Rafee'a S. Majeed
Rafee'a S. Majeed
answered on Sep 13, 2022

The non-custodial parent should file a suit to modify the current court orders on the ground that the custodial parent has voluntarily relinquished possession of the child. If the custodial parent had not show any intent to return or provide for the child's needs, 3 months is the requisite... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Child Support and Family Law for Texas on
Q: “The situation is appearing in court for a Motion for Enforcement and suit of Modification of Support Order”

My wife and I are the ones that have been trying to go to court about child support from her ex husband. My wife is wondering if we need a lawyer because of that question I posted.

Sharita Blacknall
Sharita Blacknall
answered on Sep 8, 2022

If you can afford an attorney you should get one. Enforcements and modifications are very technical. An experienced attorney will be able to help you navigate, prepare, strategize, and execute a plan based on your goals for the situation.

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Texas on
Q: Im the primary parent according to my divorce decree, ex wife is trying to change that. Need to defend my self

Per my divorce decree, i have joint conservatorship of my daughter, with me being deemed as the 'primary parent". My ex is trying to change that saying that and filed a motion with the court saying she needs to be the primary parent, due to our child's school grades are not good.... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 1, 2022

The terms for conservatorship, possession of or access to a child can be changed if the circumstances of the child, or of either parent have materially and substantially changed since the rendition of your divorce decree and the requested modification is in the best interest of the child.|... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Texas on
Q: can my x wait 10 years and then try to get me for child support
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 1, 2022

Generally no. A custodial parent can only seek child support from the non-custodial parent until 4 years after the child turns 18 years of age, unless the child is disabled.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: Can i request a de novo hearing on line
Rafee'a S. Majeed
Rafee'a S. Majeed
answered on Sep 1, 2022

You cannot request a de novo hearing online. You must file a proper request with the court.

Also, a request for a de novo hearing must be filed no later than three (3) days after the Judge's ruling or is not considered timely filed and your request could get denied.

I hope...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Texas on
Q: Am I responsible for my son damaging his cell phone that the other parent provides?

Am I responsible for my son damaging his cell phone that the other parent provides?

My son's mother has consistently insisted my son use and have access to the device she provides. I have never been given access to this device but have allowed it be used by my son to avoid drama. My... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Aug 29, 2022

Under section 41.001 of the Texas Family Code, a parent who has the duty of control and reasonable discipline of a child is liable for property damage proximately caused by the negligent conduct of the child if the conduct is reasonably attributable to the negligent failure of the parent to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Texas on
Q: I was looking at getting some legal help. Im not married , my bf and i are not on good terms , i dont make much. Need

Boyfriend and i keep fighting . He made threats . I wanted an attorney that can help me

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Aug 21, 2022

You need to move out . There is not much an attorney can do for you.

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