Is a will or trust better? Or do I need both?

I believe that a will that contains a trust for a child is best in Texas. Setting up a trust now is expensive and hopefully, your child will be old...

Question re assets in divorce in Texas

Assuming that husband bought the house during the marriage, yes, the house is community property, but husband's separate estate has a right of...

Yes, you can file a petition requesting that the other persons be awarded PMC, assuming that the persons you want to place the child with are of...

What can I do if my child has been adopted and I surrendered parental rights but child support isn't acknowledging it?

I don't know if the AG's office is after you for delinquent support, that which was owed before the parental rights were terminated, in which case...

You can move out when you are 18. Make sure that you have a good plan, so you won't be living on the street--moving in with a friend or other...

Can my child's mother sign over guardianship to a third party without my consent to join the military?

No, she cannot appoint a guardianship when there are current orders under the Family Code and you are not in agreement. I think it would be wise to...

How do I schedule a hearing with a judge without a attorney

Contact a family law attorney in the county where the child is living. The police officer is correct; they can't do anything to help, this must...

Can I leave home at 17 if I have a child ?

You only need to wait 2 months. Spend this time making appropriate plans for where you are going to live and how you are going to provide for your...

The type of drug test will be determined by CPS. That you are concerned that your testing will be "watched" is a problem. If you are using any...

Once you are 18 you are no longer a minor and you can live wherever you please. I am glad to hear that you plan to live with another relative, that...