What is defined as the start of the weekend by the court with regard to a standard access and visitation order?

Count weekends by Fridays. 1st, 3rd, and 5th Friday's begin the weekends. Remember though that Holidays trump regular weekends.

Can you as a mother to a child that was adopted by grandparents go back to court and fight for some kind of visitation?

Unfortunately, if your rights have been, there is nothing you can do. Legally speaking, you are a stranger to your children. If your children...

Divorce

It depends on how the fees were awarded. If they are in the nature of child support, then they are enforceable as child support and jail time for...

There could be many reasons. Maybe you have information about the lifestyle of the father, maybe one day you will meet the kids, maybe she just...

Does Texas accept post nup agreement in divorce cases?

Texas does if it complies with all requirements. Have your attorney review it before filing.

Does Texas's 30-day waiting period following a divorce apply to re-marriage out of state?

No. You have to meet the requirements for whatever state you are married in. Texas will then recognize your new marriage.

We have custody of granddaughter, son-in-law has visitation, our daughter wants to relinquish her rights as she cannot care for

The Family Code does not allow termination without his consent, unless his rights have been terminated. Another issue is, that if you are married,...

Stopping Visitation

Since you have an attorney, we are not allowed to give you legal opinions. We are required to speak to your lawyer. You have hired this attorney,...

Am I considered common law married?

There is no definite test to determine what qualifies as a common law marriage. It is a fact specific question and determined on a case by case...

Is a Home Study Required for Stepparent Adoptions in Texas?

Ultimately, it depends on the judge. I would recommend asking the court's coordinator. Home-studies are not required by the family code for...