How do I respond to an original counter petition for divorce?

In Texas you can file an Answer to a Counterpetition--but you don't have to if your Petition for Divorce and his Counterpetition are in the same...

What is the law in Dallas Texas with common law spouses and legally married spouses

It sounds like grandma is his wife with the full rights of a wife. The first marriage is valid if there was never a divorce. FYI: Just living...

Can I file for a divorce in the state of Texas?

Not yet. You need to live in the State of Texas for the six months preceding the filing of your divorce, and to have lived in the County of filing...

Can a temporary order be canceled to expedite Divorce?

What makes you think that your divorce will be final on the 61st day? A divorce cannot be finalized any sooner than the 61st day--but it does not...

A setting is a court date. It could be a hearing or a trial.

Postnuptial Agreement

You will use the law of the place where you both current reside. If you reside in different states, make sure it satisfies the law of both...

Hardship cases that can be considered?

In most situations you can file a motion to quash a subpoena. That could grant a temporary reprieve while you hash out a convenient date and time...

Does certified mail work in court?

Go meet with an attorney and discuss what you are trying to accomplish and what your issues are. If you are uncertain how to draft a certified...

How can I get legal consent from the court to take my kids out of state?

If you take the children out of the state with you, he can file suit within six months to have the children returned to Denton County. It is Texas...

Do I legally have to provide the non custodial parent with the reason I do not consent to the kids going out of state with her

You only have to do what your Decree requires you to do. I doubt that it makes you give a reason. If you don't state a reason--you may appear...