If the child is his, he has to pay child support and he can most likely get visitation-- it would be exceedingly tough to get custody of a newborn...

I am representing myself in an uncontested divorce in TX. Do I need to provide evidence of ownership for home, vehicle, etc.?

Ok. If you're proving up an uncontested divorce in Texas, you need to bring four things: 1) Petition; 2) Waiver of Citation; 3) Multiple...

Do I need a lawyer before I respond to divorce papers I was served?

I agree with Attorney Langford. I also want to add in a few things. You can file an answer, a counter-petition or answer by showing up to the...

What are their rights to grandchildren when both parent are alive and well?

I agree with Ms. Langford but want to expand on her answer a bit. If both parents are alive and well with their parental rights intact, the only...

Can I request to receive half of my ex spouse's retirement when processing the papers on my own without a lawyer?

It's kind of like asking a plumber if you can fix your own pipes. Theoretically, yes, but it may not always be a good idea. Retirement funds/splits...

Approximately how long would it take for a single mother to obtain custody of her children from their grandparents?

You're looking at a long period of time. In a case like this where both parties want to retain custody and the circumstances have changed, a court...

I am going to file for divorce and will need to move out - can I cash out my IRA or is it half his?

Ehhhhhhh. It's not quite half his. What a court does is make a fair and equitable distribution of the community estate. Depending on the assets...

How much of a disadvantage am I in if I do not have a lawyer during a child custody case?

Not having a lawyer puts some severe disadvantages on you if there are current court proceedings. However, if you're trying to get custody, there...

Can visitation cancellation be taken to court?

She cannot take legal action against you for more child support because you've been late for visitation. Child support is (generally) calculated...

Filed for a divorce over a year ago , still married.

In Texas, generally, you get a pre-trial hearing date at your motion for temporary orders. These aren't generally done in uncontested...