Father of children left-no contact-no support-can I change their names to mine & get full legal custody. I live in TX. Thank you

This is very detailed issue and you are not going to be able to complete this without legal representation. I suggest you contact the Attorney...

Statements you and he makes are admissible in Court. Statements made by the children are not unless it related to child abuse. That means that...

What kind of legal paperwork do I need?

You need to consult with an attorney. If you handle this improperly you stand the chance of the "donor" seeking custody, court ordered visitation,...

Try to find a local law library with legal forms. If there is not one in your area, which I would bet there is not, I would suggest coming to the...

Should i be paying child support if she is living in mexico with my child

Yes, you should pay child support with or without a court order. She can pursue child support beyond the child's 18th birthday and if you have not...

Child support after the child turns 18 .

If the child is enrolled in school beyond 18 you must continue to pay until he graduates from high school. If at any time after he is 18 he drops...

How do I modify my child support payments?

You will need to file a request to modify the prior order. This can be done by agreement or argued to the court. You can probably complete and...

Can I give a copy of the petition to my spouse and he file an answer or does he have to be served by someone?

You have a few options. You can give him the petition (without serving him) and he files an answer; you can give him what is called a waiver of...

Can I give a copy of the petition to my spouse and he file an answer or does he have to be served by someone?

You have a few options. You can give him the petition (without serving him) and he files an answer; you can give him what is called a waiver of...

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The filing fee is Dallas is $255.00. The address of the Court is 600 Commerce Street, Dallas, Texas 75202. However, you cannot just show up and...