I have a pre tial conference what will happen if I don't have an attorney I live in Texas and want court moved
Here from New York. The mother also lived with me but when separated took my kids and moved to New York. Now I have
Pre trial in New York

Has there been any other court actions prior to this? Generally jurisdiction lies with the court that originally heard the case. And remains there as long as one of the parties continues to reside in the area. If both parties have moved, then jurisdiction usually resides where the children are legal residents.

Family Courts are less formal so you don't need an attorney. But if the other party has legal representation then you start with two strikes against you.

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