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How Third-Party Possession and Custody Requests Are Handled (Ep. 16)

How Third-Party Possession and Custody Requests Are Handled (Ep. 16)

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Gaining custody of a child as a third party may be in the child’s best interest, but that doesn’t mean it will be easy to attain. Even grandparents and close relatives have limitations to gaining custody. 

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones discuss third-party custody requests and the process behind them in Texas. They dive into the who, when, and how of filing for parental responsibility and the limitations of rights as a third-party custody holder.

Justin and Andrea explore:

  • How a biological parent risks losing custody 
  • When can a non-parent file for custody, and why they may need to wait before filing
  • The limitations of legal rights for third parties to retain custody of a child
  • The limitations of grandparent rights when it comes to grandchild visitation
  • And more!

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How Third-Party Possession and Custody Requests Are Handled
Starting Your Divorce On The Right Foot (Ep.11)

Starting Your Divorce On The Right Foot (Ep.11)

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Too often, clients attack the other party’s pain points from the beginning. Using that strategy could backfire at a later hearing.

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones focus on the first step in divorce and how temporary hearings set a precedent for future hearings. Justin and Andrea share their personal experiences both from a lawyer’s perspective and as a client, along with tips to start the divorce right.

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • What happens during temporary hearings 
  • Why clients should avoid aiming for pain points during the first hearing
  • The importance of focusing on the children over personal grievances
  • The importance of establishing and maintaining communication with your lawyer
  • And more!

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