Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Custody of Sister's Kids

My sister has two children that she wants us to take. She is planning on leaving town and does not want to take the children with her. One has a father who currently pays $100 per month child support and the other has no father listed on the birth certificate. The father who pays child support does not want that child and is disabled. I want the transfer of her kids to us to be legal and in a way that she cannot change her mind at the drop of a hat. My wife and I love her kids and would gladly take them. They both are currently receiving medicade for their health coverage. We do not qualify for any type of assistance. So would their coverage stop. What is the best route to go - adoption, leagal custodian or conservatorship? Why we make too much money for state or federal assistance our finances are limited so we need to know the best and right thing to do so we don't have to repeat it later. What type of advice can you give.

sincerely,

--name removed--Martin


Asked on 10/23/05, 9:58 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
TC Langford Langford Law Office

Re: Custody of Sister's Kids

As you mentioned, there are several different options available to you. The more permanent and irreversible the choice, the more responsiblity for their expenses you will assume. This is not a simple situation, as you will need cooperation from the mom, and both dads, none of whom are very stable. I urge you to consult and retain an attorney who can protect you and this kids, at a price you can manage. Without legal help, you stand a real risk of financially and emotionally investing in these children, only to have one of the parents show up and be disruptive. TCL

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Answered on 10/24/05, 8:07 am


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