Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

I needed some help regarding chilcare. I have been divorced for several years, pay all child support, very active with children, supply any needs that they have.

In the final decree it state that I am to pay for Child care ''at a specific location (mentioned by name) or its successor. Does this mean that my ex can change to another childcare facility and I am still reponsible to pay for it? Or, does successor mean, a change of names or ownership of the listed facility? We offered to go through mediation ( as per the divorce decree, encase of dispute) as well as keep the minor child in our home after school. Both were met with a negative response. The child in question is 6 years old, with two sisters aged 13 and 17 at home everyday after school that are also capable of babysitting for 2 hours in the afternoon til the mother gets home. Thank You


Asked on 2/03/10, 10:23 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jeffrey Brashear The Brashear Law Firm, PLLC

Based on what you have written, you may have to file a modification of the ordiginal order so as to obtain the court's ruling on the specific terms contained within the original order. As for the refusal to go to mediation, there are specific guidlines on how to establish the other party's refusal to comply with the original order. You should consult with a local law firm to assist you with this legal issue. If my local law firm can assist you with this legal issue or any other legal matter, please contact us at [email protected] to arrange for an initial consultation.

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Answered on 2/08/10, 11:39 am


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