Where and how do i get a petition for termination of rights for the absent parent?

A TPR case is considered the "death penalty" of family law litigation by the legislature and the courts. For that reason most judges in the North...

If I got married in Mexico but never lived there, can I get a divorce in the states or has to be mexico

Issue: Can a Texas resident maintain a Texas divorce even though the spouse has never resided in the State of Texas? Conclusion: Yes, if all you...

If my boyfriends wife is here from mexico and he hasnt been with her for about 15 years and he doesnt know where to find her

Texas law only requires that one spouse live in the state and county in which the divorce is filed in order to file for divorce. If your boyfriend...

Do I need a lawyer to file papers for contempt of court?

Start by deciding what your goals are. If you are trying achieve compliance with the existing court order then filing an enforcement action can be...

My ex filed an original counterpetition and motion a motion to transfer, after i filed for divorce.I do not have money for lawyr

Since you filed first, you are not required to specifically respond to the counterpetition. However, if you want to do so, you should send a...

My wife is in a child custody case that has lasted over a year now. We want full custody of the children but lawyer is slow.

There are many possible reasons for the delays in your case. If you believe your lawyer may be one of them you should call a meeting to explain...

How long do I have to file a law suit against my ex for taking money awarded to me in the final divorce decree from sale of busi

The statute of limitations to enforce a marital property division is generally two years from the date of divorce. However, your description...

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What can I do to get visitation with my grandson, I live in Dallas County, Texas

The Texas Family Code and recent case authorities have made grandparent access cases difficult to win. First, you have to establish that you have...

To continue building on the answers that have already been offered, when you follow up with the coordinator be sure to find out what the judge's...

How do I prepare for court regarding a motion filed to enforce child support?

The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program may be of some direct assistance to you. 214-220-7400. In addition to the issue you already raised, if you...