When a judge transfers venue, your case is moved to a court in a different county. (b) Cause of Action.Even if a defendant has grounds to change venue, the defendant must challenge the venue in the first pleading in response to the lawsuit. To change venue in Texas, you typically need to file a motion with the court explaining the reasons for the requested change. An order granting a motion to transfer venue must state the reason for the transfer and the name of the court to which the transfer is made. A motion for a change of venue is a legal request for a party to transfer the case from one location to another. I am going to small claims court tomorrow for a Motion to transfer venue. I work out of my house in Dallas, Texas. The. Hi, How was the change of venue requested? In Court, or through documents you received?