Need to get divorced real fast!!!

Lot of issues here. Jurisdiction in TX is one of them, but that is impossible to comment on without more facts. To address your need for a swift...

I've been raising a 6 year old child for 5 years now the father who hadn't seen the child since age 1 filed for custody

Can you please provide more details? I do not understand your question.

First, your answer does need to be in writing and should be accompanied by your counterpetition. As for the "no service necessary", that is...

Do i need to get a lawyer for court?

Please at least have a consultation with an attorney. It may seem expensive, but this first hearing is crucial.

The custodial parent works nights and weekends regularly. Is that grounds for a modification in custody agreement?

Ms. Lowry is right that this alone is probably not enough to modify. However, often times if you sit down with an attorney you may be able to find...

What is the process for a child over the age of 12 in Texas to choose which parent she wants to live with?

Mother would need to file in modification in Texas and request the judge to confirm with the child.

Husband had affair and left the home 3 yrs ago and I'm in need of getting a divorce.

Ms. Barrows is right - you need to hire a local family law attorney to help you. Between the mortgage issue and the complications you may have...

I filed for divorce and received a notice of non-jury dismissal since it was filed over 1 yr ago. I am unable to locate him.

I am not sure why service by publication would not have been an option, but perhaps there are some facts in your case that make it not an option...

TX - MSA to Final Order Issue with Atty.

If you can't get a good answer from your attorney, you can fire him/her and seek different representation. However, that may be counterproductive...

Can my wife and I legally kick our 18 year old out of the house? He makes the house unsafe and unbearable.

Sounds like it's time for him to learn some hard lessons. My colleagues are correct that you are no longer obligated to provide for him once he...