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How is custody determined in Texas?

Maria's answer | Answered on April 02, 2017

You are correct that you need to have a longer conversation about the facts of your case before any attorney can advise you. Make sure you take...

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WHAT IF THE COUSTODY PARENT GET SERVED BUT SHE NEVER RECIEVED A COPY OF IT IN HER HAND AND HAD NO IDEA WHEN WAS COURT GOING TOBE

Maria's answer | Answered on April 01, 2017

She needs to be sitting in front of a lawyer asap. The lawyer will review the facts and advise as to options. Some options will go away as time...

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What are my rights I want to file for a divorce but I don't know where to start

Maria's answer | Answered on March 31, 2017

Hire a lawyer. Even though you've been separate, community property has continued to accrue. That could work in your favor or against you. You need...

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What should I do if my spouse refuses to sign the waiver or the final decree in Harris county in Texas?

Maria's answer | Answered on March 31, 2017

Get a citation issued and have him properly served. Hire a lawyer or at least pay for a consultation to get educated about the relevant legal...

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My mother was a permanent resident and died. There is no will. How do we (husband and children) secure her estate?

Maria's answer | Answered on March 31, 2017

Hire a probate lawyer. The estate will be settled after the court appoints an Administrator of the estate.

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Can I sue for Mental Anguish & Emotional Distress. What type of Court or is best to collect more $?

Maria's answer | Answered on March 31, 2017

This is a personal injury matter, not child custody.

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What can my sister do?

Maria's answer | Answered on March 31, 2017

She needs to hire a lawyer. The AG does not represent her.

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When when when does the counter petition for divorce need to be submitted relative to the answer to the divorce?

Maria's answer | Answered on March 31, 2017

Texas doesn't really have a "cooling off period". The Counterpetition usually goes with the answer or soon after. Hire your lawyer today.

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When do I have to apply for temporary order(spousal maintenance) due date. Definitely hiring an attorney. Help asap

Maria's answer | Answered on March 31, 2017

Use the Find a Lawyer function or the Contact this Lawyer button to get in touch and hire a lawyer. You need to request spousal support and to...

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Will I still have to pay child support after I sign over my rights to my kids so they can be adopted by their stepfather?

Maria's answer | Answered on March 31, 2017

It depends on the precise language of the order. In most adoptions, the parent-child relationship is completely terminated. In that case the...

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