How do i gain paternal rights to child born during marriage but not biologically mine?

A step-parent adoption prior to your divorce would be the best way for you to gain parental rights. Speak with your soon to be ex and advise that...

How do I enforce my visitation rights?

You should consult with a local family law attorney who will be able to guide you in the best direction. Enforcement matters can be very technical...

I agree with Attorney Laster, an answer is probably a better choice than a waiver, especially if you can't afford to have an attorney review the...

Parental kidnapping

It wouldn't be parental kidnapping but that doesn't mean that your husband couldn't successfully petition a court to keep the child in Texas or...

Are the circumstances enough for me to take secondary custody from the father of the kids or at least to limit the visitation?

You should consult with a local family law attorney who will be able to guide you in the best direction. Child custody matters can be very...

I cannot afford an Attorney for my divorce, but I do need advice/direction; my wife is planning on taking our kids 13 and 17 wit

You should really directly consult with a local family law attorney who will be able to guide you in the best direction. It sounds like you have a...

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Locks were changed on home & I was prevented from getting my things. EX emptied the home & put in a pod at his parents.

In order to recover your belongings you will most likely need to hire an attorney to assist you with filing a lawsuit. Sometimes something as...

I am a defendant and now a cross defendant but don't have a lawyer yet.

Stop taking legal advice from your "separated" wife and hire an attorney to represent YOU! The real help you need will not be found in a general...

I live in Texas and my child is in Texas as well does Child Support stop when he turns 18? He is currently in school and flunk a

Attorney Laster is correct, you will be obligated to pay support until your child is no longer in high school.

I want to adopt my step son. That is 13.

You should consult with a local family law attorney who will be able to guide you in the best direction. Terminations and step-parent adoptions...