Grandparents & Other Nonparent Caregivers

Extended families play big roles in nurturing children. Family—and family friends—can give children stability during tough times. Texas grandparents and nonparent caregivers can learn about their rights and find resources for raising children.

Amended Petitions in Family Law Cases

Sometimes, you may need to go back and change something in your starting documents in family law cases.

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Asking the Court to Allow an Authorization Agreement for Nonparent Adult Caregiver

This article explains how and when to ask the court to allow an authorization agreement for a nonparent adult caregiver.

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Attorneys Ad Litem and Amicus Attorneys in Family Law Cases

This article explains the roles of attorneys ad litem and amicus attorneys in family law cases.

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Authorization for Nonparent Care of a Child

Any adult caregiver can be authorized to make decisions for a child using the Authorization Agreement for Nonparent Relative or Voluntary Caregiver...

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Best Interest of the Child Standard

This article explains the “best interest of the child” standard, how it plays a role in cases with children, and how it is used by courts.

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Changing a Custody, Visitation or Child Support Order

This article answers frequently asked questions about changing an existing custody, visitation, child support, medical support, or dental support o...

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Grandparents & Other Nonparent Caregivers

I need a custody order. I am not the child's parent (SAPCR).

I need court approval for an authorization agreement for a nonparent adult caregiver.

I want to get a TRO, temporary injunction, and temporary orders in a child custody emergency.

I want to intervene in a CPS case where CPS has Temporary Managing Conservatorship of a child.

I want to know how to move a family law case through the system.

Temporary Authorization for Care of Minor Child (Texas Family Code 35)

Amended Petitions in Family Law Cases

Asking the Court to Allow an Authorization Agreement for Nonparent Adult Caregiver

Attorneys Ad Litem and Amicus Attorneys in Family Law Cases

Authorization for Nonparent Care of a Child

Best Interest of the Child Standard

Changing a Custody, Visitation or Child Support Order

Grandparents & Other Nonparent Caregivers

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