Is the process for step-parent adoption any different than the process for adopting an unrelated child?

In Texas, a step-parent adoption has two parts. The first is terminating the rights of the birth parent. The second is granting the adoption by the...

Can the mother of my daughter move out of Texas to California without consent of the court and myself?

The answer to this question depends on whether the order that gave you a visitation schedule includes a geographic restriction. If the order says...

How do I get a answer and counter petition for divorce? Me ex filed for divorce and now will not show up to finalize

If your ex filed for divorce and has an attorney, you should be able to file your answer and counterpetition with the court and send a copy to your...

If you don't pay court ordered sanctions, you could be held in contempt of court. The judge has discretion to decide what the punishment is, but...

Custodial parent has passed, am I entitled to custody of my son or should I be concerned?

The court is going to presume that you should have custody of your son since you are the only living parent. The grandparents will have the burden...

My son was is a 4 year relationship, not married but living together and have a 2 year child.

It is possible that the attorney thinks the court will find that it is not in the best interest of the baby to be transported back and forth...