MY FATHER PASSED AWAY IN FEBRUARY. AND I HAVE RECEIVED 2 CHECKS ADDRESSED TO THE ESTATE OF MY FATHER.

You need to probate your dad's estate. There are several different ways to do so. The decision as to which to use depends on several factors,...

If you are 15 and pregnant can your parents make you give up your child for adoption when its born?

Your parents cannot legally make you put a baby up for adoption. Also, sometimes, parents make threats that they don't mean. By all means, talk to...

Do I need a family law attorney?

The lawyers above are right. I will add only to stress that you must act quickly.

There is a current custody order in place but the mother is not abiding by it.

The ability to co-parent is an important consideration when judge's determine what periods of possession and parental rights each parent should...

If you file for divorce, the judge can order him to move. The court can't order him to leave the house until he has notice of the hearing, so you...

If a father hasn't seen his child or payed CS in 7 yrs. can his parental rights be terminated?

The short answer is yes, assuming that the judge also finds that termination is in the best interest of the child. Termination of parental rights...

Ok so I hired a attorney a year ago and have only been to court once . That was to make a rule 11 agreement. What shoulld I do?

Call your attorney's office and schedule a 15 minute appointment, preferably an in- person appointment. At that time, have your list of questions...

HELP! Where can I find an family law attorney that will help me either pro-bono or without having to put down a large retainer?!

Legal Aid of North Texas provides free legal assistance in family and civil cases for those who qualify financially. Their funding is quite...

Should ex still pay for additional healthcare expenses not covered by insurance?

Re-read your Decree about health care expenses. Sometimes the issue is specifically addressed with language that says you can pay your portion by...

I need help with a custody agreement with the mother of my daughter.

Mr. Daniel is correct. The judge must approve the agreement for it to be binding. Unless the agreement is drafted properly, the judge won't sign...