Unless you and your spouse have agreed on the terms of the divorce, a bench trial is set to finalize the divorce. For example, you and your spouse...

Consult with an attorney about your case. Your post mentions you are waiting for him to sign the "settlement agreement". If this is in fact true,...

Even though I gave him the divorce papers and waiver I still need to have him served? I can't go on with the divorce ?

I agree with the prior post. In order to avoid formal service, you need to file a waiver bears the notarized signature of your spouse. Otherwise,...

What steps should i take if i want DNA results but the mother refuses?

I agree with the prior post. You should file a lawsuit to request the court establish the parent-child relationship between you and the child...

How can i get my daughter back if i was not informed about a court hearing from another county by my inlaws about custody

I agree with the prior posts. This is not the appropriate forum to handle this situation. Contact a local attorney who can review the court papers...

How can I ask for a continuance in child custody case when my ex has retained a lawyer and I can't afford one?

It sounds like you need to file an answer to the lawsuit. If your case is pending in Collin County, you can go to the law library at the Collin...

What am I able to do?

Hire a lawyer. If you choose to represent yourself, take all documents, evidence, and/or witnesses that you have with you to court. You will need...

If your husband filed for divorce in Texas, the Judge can order you to return the child to Texas. The Judge will probably not make you move back,...

What can I do? I am the custodial parent (Tx) however my ex never picks up our kids on his weekends unless they call him.

Generally, you are not required to contact him about exercising his visitation absent a provision in the order specifically requiring you to do...

You do not need to wait another 60 days. Generally, you are required to attempt other ways of personal service first. If personal service fails,...