I am awarded custody of my kids because my ex defaulted on the divorce.

Yes, she has 30 days to file a motion for a new trial.

Do you perhaps file an Original Petition for Divorce but never go to court for the prove-up hearing? The 60-day waiting period you may be referring...

Is it parental kidnapping for my ex-wife to take my child out of state, if I have signed a acknowledgement of paternity?

I agree with Mr. Land. It's not parental kidnapping, but you need to hire an attorney immediately. Time is of the essence. The longer you wait, the...

Do I need a real estate attorney.

Check your divorce decree to see if there are provisions dealing with the property. For example, she may have been ordered to refinance the...

My husband has designated me as his competent adult to pick up my stepson. His mom does not like me and states she will refuse

If the child's mother refuses to release the child to you, she will be in violation of the court order and your husband can hire an attorney to...

If I purchased the house before the I married and it is in my name does my name does my soon to be ex have a claim to the home

It sounds like the house is your separate property. Your spouse, however, may have a reimbursement claim since most likely community funds were...

What can I do if my wife refuses to give me a divorce?

Your wife does not have to sign anything in order for you to obtain a divorce. I recommend you meet with an attorney, but basically if you file a...

How can my mom get custody without my dad agreeing?and is it possible?

Your mom should see an attorney. In Texas, a child who is at least twelve years old can have a say in who they live with. This does not mean the...

Initiating a divorce pro se in Texas (Tarrant County)

The Texas Bar has a Pro Se Divorce Handbook posted on their website, which contains a sample Waiver of Service form. If you and your wife can come...

We have an agreement on property division through mediation, but she wants an attorney for paperwork. What are my options?

Yes, you could hire an attorney for the limited purpose of drafting the decree. Or if she hires an attorney to draft the decree, you could hire an...