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Experienced And Compassionate Texas Family Law Attorneys
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, or simply “The Hague Convention,” is an international treaty providing for the prompt return of a child abducted or retained from his or her country of habitual residence. The treaty is designed to deter parents and other relatives from “forum shopping” ( i.e., traveling with a child in search of a sympathetic family court).
Few firms possess the experience and expertise necessary to argue Hague Convention matters. Our firm has successfully argued, both at trial and on appeal, some of the more interesting and difficult Hague Convention cases to appear in Texas, including the important case of In re S.J.O.B.G., 292 S.W.3d 764 (Tex. App.—Beaumont 2009). Whether your child is wrongfully retained in a foreign country, or it is alleged that you are wrongfully retaining a child here in the United States, we have the experience and expertise to argue your case effectively.
For a list of countries in which the convention applies, see the State Department’s list here.
Our firm is both results- and people-oriented. We match experience and expertise with strong and personal support to help you through even the most complex and difficult family matter. To schedule an appointment with an attorney, call us today at 281-364-1187 or reach us here. From offices in The Woodlands, our lawyers serve clients throughout the Houston region and across the state of Texas.
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