Can I appeal termination of rights to a child even though it's been two years?

Mr. White is correct. The deadline to file a notice of appeal on a termination of rights decree is only 20 days. There are circumstances which will...

Can an appeal arise out of a contempt motion?

I concur with Ms. Schnack -- if an appeal is filed, you should not attempt to prosecute it yourself. Additionally, the filing of an appeal will...

My parental rights were terminated, can I appeal this decision?

This is an appellate question and you need to consult an appellate attorney. The rules regarding appeals from Suits Affecting the Parent Child...

This is an appellate question and you need to consult an appellate attorney. The rules regarding appeals from Suits Affecting the Parent Child...

Yes. The filing spouse must properly file a divorce action and have the responding spouse served with process (a copy of the citation and...

Is standard visitation for week ends until Sunday at 6p.m. or Monday at 8 a.m.?

Section 153.312 of the Texas Family Code provides that, for parents who live less than 100 miles apart, weekend visitation shall be as...

How can my spouse expunge a felony conviction over ten years ago off her record?

A person who has served community service (probation) for a felony is generally not eligible for expunction. She may be able to obtain a...

I believe this conduct may come under the definition of "Assault," which is as follows: § 22.01. Assault (a) A person commits an offense...

How do I get defendant to disclose certain things?

Generally, the way to get a party to produce documents or things is through a Request for Production. However, the part has at least 30 days to...

What i can do abaut that stranger women who commandet to my son and hold he in her house like a boytoy for her daughter.

Sandra, I'm afraid that your son is an adult and legally capable of making his own decisions. Furthermore, you do not have a right to hold his...