Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Default Judgment Child Custody

My friend was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit of a hospital the day before an emergency custody hearing. She had not finalized her legal representation therefore she had no attorney at the hearing and she was in the hospital. A order changing custody was entered against her. Can she have this order reopened?


Asked on 5/08/08, 4:17 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: Default Judgment Child Custody

If it's within 30 days that the order was signed she can request a rehearing. If more than 30 days, much harder. Better get a lawyer regardless. Good Luck.

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Answered on 5/08/08, 4:41 pm


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