Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Child custody

I live in Texas and I am the father of a 9 year old boy. I have a Stipulation and Order for custody and/or Visitation of children that was filed in California before we moved. My son is to live here with me and visit his mom in California for major holidays. What steps do I need to take to have the case moved to Texas? Is the document I have good enough? I do not want to go through the court process in California if she decideds she wants our son to live with here there. In the event they want to fight me in court, I would like as much information as possible on what steps to take. My son is doing extremely well with me here in Texas and shouldn't be uprooted. I appreciate your help.


Asked on 12/14/07, 6:10 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jeffrey Brashear The Brashear Law Firm, PLLC

Re: Child custody

You can always file a motion to transfer. For Texas to be able to take over jurisdiction, you and your child would have to live in a specific Texas county for at least six months to establish residency. If my law firm can assist you with this legal matter or any other legal issue, please contact my legal assistant Jennifer ([email protected]).

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Answered on 12/17/07, 7:06 pm
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: Child custody

Motion to transfer must be initiated in CA then TX would have jurisdiciton. Better get started. Good Luck.

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Answered on 12/14/07, 6:34 pm


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