Can i change my daughter's last name to mine?

Don't keep changing your child's name. Anyway, it is a lawsuit. You have to serve her father and have a hearing. You have to show it is in her...

If I want to file for divorce because I committed adultery, can I waive my property rights and give the house to my husband?

That would be foolish. You have a right to half the property.

If designated to proceed in forma pauperis & can't afford copies of appellate record- is there another method to inspect them?

You mean they get the record for free? Yes, once they file the court reporter's and clerk's record you get to get a copy from the court of appeals...

Can I change my mind about going to trial and what I am asking for if the divorce decree has not yet been signed by anyone?

It depends on what stage of the proceedings you are in, whether you have a mediated settlement agreement, and whether you have had a trial. You...

Can i hold my daughters father for contempt of court because he is 7000 in back child support and doesnt have a job.

You can file a Motion for Enforcement ("Contempt") against him for nonpayment of child support, and should.

My wife and i are getting separated but she is an illegal alien can take the children with her

I can't answer immigration questions But with respect to her taking the children, you need to file for divorce and get an order prohibiting her...

Can we hold my husbands sons mother for contempt of court for denying his rights for 6 years

It depends on whether he has visitation rights in a custody order. It also depends on whether your husband is going to the place of exchange at...

My kids were adopted by a family member. Can I have a chance on opening my case and getting them back?

I'm sorry for your child. I hope he is out of there. No, once your rights have been terminated that is it. How long ago was the termination?

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I am getting a divorce and have agreed to 50/50custody declining child support with my wife. How do I state this in the decree.

Pay an attorney to draft your Decree for you.

What are the Texas occupancy laws regarding family members occupying property?

You can move into a person's property if you have their permission. Why would it be otherwise? What were you thinking?