Is it true that it is better for the person who files for divorce first?

Generally, filing first or not doesn't make a substantial difference in either the final outcome of the case or the determination of temporary...

Can an attorney disclose my financial information to court without my consent?

Your finances are relevant to the outcome of your case, especially is spousal support is at issue. The other side can get that information from...

Does my 16 yr old daughter have to go on visitation?

If you don't have money to go to court, you and your daughter need to figure out how to navigate the situation. It may be that dad and his current...

Can I move out of the country with my daughter?

It depends on whether you have an order in place with regard to your daughter, and if you do have an order, it depends on what the order...

Can a hearing be dismissed if the noncustodial parent fails to appear for a child support hearing?

The "court system" can't enforce payments unless the proper procedures have been followed. The judge's hands are tied unless your child's father...

I was falsely arrested almost two years ago in El Paso for assault domestic violence. I spent 19 days in jail.

Can you give us a bit more information. If you were convicted of family violence or agreed to deferred adjudication, then that can impact...

If the mediated settlement agreement does not require either of you to pay the taxes, then one of two things will happen: (1) the two of you will...

My ex has not filed QDRO as stated in divorce. How long does he have and what should I do to ensure I get my half.

It isn't necessarily his job to get the QDRO done. You are putting yourself at risk by not hiring an attorney to get this done.

Become unemployed, pay normal support, but MODIFY MEDICAL SUPPORT.

The most likely thing that happens when you file your modification is that your ex (who you obviously have a bad relationship with) files her...

Does my child go with the NCP for spring break on odd years?

The Standard Possession Order lists Spring Break in odd numbered years as the possession time of the CP, not the NCP. HOWEVER! Your order might...