On a step parent adoption, what is the cost if the biological father has passed away?

The only cost difference is that you would not have a termination, since the father is deceased. When you contact a local adoption attorney, you...

When you say your divorce was final, does that mean you have a final decree of divorce signed by a judge and entered into the court? If so, you...

You should work directly with your attorney to address any concerns you have with the representation you have received. If you received a notice...

Can my wife change the terms on the final divorce decree after it has been signed by both parties?

The divorce is not final until it has been signed by the judge. Your wife can hire an attorney to represent her and the attorney will let her know...

How do I keep the divorce papers my lawyer filed from going through? They are not what I wanted and the 20days is almost up.

I would need more information before answering this question. First, what type of paperwork do you want to change? Is it your original filing? ...

I need to know if a QDRO listed both the 401k and traditional pension from my divorce, how do I find it?

Have you contacted your Plan Administrator? In Texas, the QDRO's are submitted to the company's plan administrator. Your attorney may still have...

I closed on our home purchase before getting married and it is in my name only. In Texas divorce does my wife get half?

The simple answer is that if you closed on your home prior to the marriage, the home is separate property. That is where the simple part ends. ...

It is not uncommon to require that a parent utilize a "step up" program on the way to a standard or even expanded standard visitation. However,...

Can a divorce that has been finalized, be changed?

If your divorce has been finalized, you can contact a local attorney to review the final decree. The attorney can tell you if you will likely be...

Am I eligible for spousal support, plus possible adultery?

My goodness, I am so sorry to learn of your situation. I am unclear as to whether your divorce is final. If it is not, you should immediately...