Stopping Venue Change

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To stop a change of venue in Texas for a civil case, file a Motion to Oppose Change of Venue, including reasons and evidence. If your ex-spouse frequently files motions, consider a Motion for Sanctions or a Restrictive Order to limit filings. Gather evidence of unnecessary filings and their impact on you and your children. A template for a Restrictive Order includes sections for introduction, background, evidence, argument, request for relief, and conclusion.

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To stop a change of venue for a civil case in Texas, you need to file a "Motion to Oppose Change of Venue." Your motion should include:
- The reasons why you believe the venue should remain the same.
- Any supporting evidence for your arguments.
- Legal precedents or statutes supporting your position.
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My ex was a former custodian of the court to the venue he's trying to change it to
In your motion, you should include:
- The fact that your ex was a former custodian of the court at the new venue.
- How this could lead to a potential conflict of interest or bias.
- Any evidence supporting this claim.
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My ex-husband is using the kids like pawns every time he has a fit he files trying to take away my visitation
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It sounds like you're dealing with a tough situation. In your case, you might want to include in your motion:
- Examples of past instances where your ex-husband has filed motions to change visitation.
- Evidence showing how these actions are negatively impacting the children.
- Any support from witnesses or professionals (like a child psychologist) that could attest to the stability of your current visitation arrangement.
Would you like specific guidance on gathering this evidence or drafting your motion?
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It seems like a challenging situation, and getting the right evidence is crucial. For your motion, gather documents like past court orders, emails, or messages showing the pattern of behavior. Also, consider getting statements from child psychologists or teachers.
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To draft your motion, consider the following tips:
- Clearly outline the history of your ex-husband's behavior and how it's affecting the children.
- Attach any relevant evidence (court orders, emails, messages).
- Include statements from professionals like child psychologists or teachers.
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How can I get my ex-husband to stop filing all the time
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To address your ex-husband's frequent filings, you could:
- File a "Motion for Sanctions" if his filings are frivolous or intended to harass.
- Request the court to issue an order to limit or bar continuous filings without prior court approval.
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To address your ex-husband's frequent filings, you can consider the following:
- Motion for Sanctions: This can be filed if his actions are deemed frivolous or intended to harass.
- Restrictive Order: Request the court to limit or bar continuous filings without prior court approval.
Would you like more details on how to file a Motion for Sanctions or a Restrictive Order?
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To file a Motion for Sanctions or a Restrictive Order in Texas, you need to:
- Motion for Sanctions: Provide evidence that your ex-husband's filings are frivolous or intended to harass.
- Restrictive Order: Demonstrate the repeated unnecessary filings and request the court to limit future filings without prior approval.
Would you like help with drafting either of these motions?
Restrictive order
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To file a Restrictive Order in Texas, you should:
- Gather evidence of repeated unnecessary filings by your ex-husband.
- Clearly outline the impact of these filings on you and the children.
- Request the court to limit future filings without prior approval.
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To draft a Restrictive Order, ensure you include:
- Evidence of repeated unnecessary filings.
- The negative impact on you and your children.
- A request to limit future filings without prior approval.
Would you like specific examples of evidence to include in your motion?
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To effectively draft a Restrictive Order, you should consider including:
- Copies of past unnecessary filings.
- Evidence showing the emotional or financial impact on you and the children.
- Statements from witnesses or professionals supporting your claims.
Would you like more specific examples or tips for gathering this evidence?
Template for filing
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Here's a general template for filing a Restrictive Order in Texas:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
[Court Name]
[Court Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
Re: [Your Case Name and Number]
Motion for Restrictive Order
I. Introduction
- State your name and your relation to the case.
- Briefly describe the purpose of this motion.
II. Background
- Provide a brief history of the case.
- Include details about your ex-husband's repeated and unnecessary filings.
III. Evidence
- Attach copies of past filings made by your ex-husband.
- Provide evidence showing the emotional or financial impact on you and the children (e.g., statements from child psychologists, school records, financial statements).
- Include statements from witnesses or professionals supporting your claims.
IV. Argument
- Explain why the court should limit future filings without prior approval.
- Cite any relevant legal precedents or statutes that support your position.
V. Request for Relief
- Clearly state what you are asking the court to do (i.e., limit future filings without prior approval).
VI. Conclusion
- Summarize your request and thank the court for considering your motion.
[Your Signature]
[Your Printed Name]
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