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My father died 2 years ago and he left his home to me. The attorney has yet to put the house in my name. What can I do?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

Visit with your brother and ask if there is anything you can do to help move things along and ask him to speak to the attorney with you about...

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Can I refuse to let my daughter see her father on his weekends because I don't trust his girlfriend who he lives with?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

If there are custody orders in place, you need to follow them. Court orders are not optional and you can get in quite a bit of trouble for failing...

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I have a friend that isn't sure if she's going to keep her child and is thinking about signing her rights to me and my husband

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

Way, way, way more! You need to consult with a family law attorney who handles adoptions ASAP! Aside from your friend relinquishing her rights,...

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What happens if I don't show up for a pretrial for divorce?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

You should not miss a pretrial conference. That being said, you should pose this question to an Ohio based attorney as Texas attorneys are not...

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What can be done if my ex refuses to abide by the geographical restrictions for our son in our decree?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

Without looking at your decree, it is difficult to answer this question, but it appears that you are the custodial parent and your ex is the...

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Can a child emancipate if they are 15 years old and have proof of an adult that is willing to take them in full time?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

The short answer is no. Here is the pertinent part of the family code: Sec. 31.001. REQUIREMENTS. (a) A minor may petition to have the...

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Can both parents be found in contempt of visitation violation ?!

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

If you can't come to a mutual agreement, then you need to follow the orders that are in place. If the orders are no longer working for you, seek a...

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Can both parents be found in contempt of visitation violation ?!

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

If you can't come to a mutual agreement, then you need to follow the orders that are in place. If the orders are no longer working for you, seek a...

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Child support after non-custodial parent's death?

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

I am sorry for this tragic situation and the loss of your daughter's father. Mr. Travers provided you with an excellent answer, and I would...

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Hi i m planning to get married to my fiancee and he is a american citizen but i don't have a valid ID my drivers license expired

Elisse's answer | Answered on May 31, 2014

It looks like you're in Houston, here is a link with information re obtaining a marriage license in Harris County:...

Elisse Vickers Woelfel's Answers (1264)

My father died 2 years ago and he left his home to me. The attorney has yet to put the house in my name. What can I do?

Can I refuse to let my daughter see her father on his weekends because I don't trust his girlfriend who he lives with?

I have a friend that isn't sure if she's going to keep her child and is thinking about signing her rights to me and my husband

What happens if I don't show up for a pretrial for divorce?

What can be done if my ex refuses to abide by the geographical restrictions for our son in our decree?

Can a child emancipate if they are 15 years old and have proof of an adult that is willing to take them in full time?

Can both parents be found in contempt of visitation violation ?!

Can both parents be found in contempt of visitation violation ?!

Child support after non-custodial parent's death?

Hi i m planning to get married to my fiancee and he is a american citizen but i don't have a valid ID my drivers license expired