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Job opportunity in the midst of divorce with kids.

Maria's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

You need to discuss this with YOUR lawyer, who knows e ins and outs of your case. And yes, if you don't have a lawyer, you should hire one. If...

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Should I hire an attorney for my first child support hearing? What can I expect to happen at the hearing?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

OAG probably sent your ex a notice and probably did not actually serve him (this saves them money). So if he doesn't show up, they'll reset several...

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My ex husband received deferred adjudication on a class A assault family violence, with 1 year probation in 2012

Maria's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

Put your focus on your child. If CPS is involved you should probably have your own lawyer. You may need to modify possession and access in the...

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Can ex-wife change final decree once its been signed by both parties and by a judge only after 3.5 months have passed?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

You need a lawyer. This can probably be defeated technically - she has to prove a material and substantial change and that will be difficult after...

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Do I have any custody rights as a grandfather over my grandson whom I've been raising?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

You've had him long enough to have standing to file for conservatorship. Hire a lawyer and don't wait.

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Can a non custodial parent enroll there child in school without the custodial parent giving consent

Maria's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

You need a very fact-specific answer. Read your order and consult a lawyer who has reviewed your order.

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My son's name is not on his baby's birth certificate. Mom and family lied to my son. Baby is a week old. Is there any recourse?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 28, 2015

Your son needs to hire a lawyer and file a paternity suit. It should include dna testing. You as grandparents can help by supporting your son,...

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Can a judge sign a judgement on child support, divorce, attorney fees, etc. Without me being notified of court hearings?

Maria's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

Did you sign a waiver of service? If so, look to see if it waived further notices. If your spouse can afford an attorney, you can use...

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Broken engagement

Maria's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

Both of you should return the ring to the store and stop making payments. If he wants it, let him refinance it.

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Do i need a legal paper of some sort signed by a Notary or my Dad to inherit his house??

Maria's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

Make sure your mom's estate was probated. Then your dad can make a will if he is legally competent still. Whether he makes a will or not,...

Maria Sara Lowry's Answers (13079)

Job opportunity in the midst of divorce with kids.

Should I hire an attorney for my first child support hearing? What can I expect to happen at the hearing?

My ex husband received deferred adjudication on a class A assault family violence, with 1 year probation in 2012

Can ex-wife change final decree once its been signed by both parties and by a judge only after 3.5 months have passed?

Do I have any custody rights as a grandfather over my grandson whom I've been raising?

Can a non custodial parent enroll there child in school without the custodial parent giving consent

My son's name is not on his baby's birth certificate. Mom and family lied to my son. Baby is a week old. Is there any recourse?

Can a judge sign a judgement on child support, divorce, attorney fees, etc. Without me being notified of court hearings?

Broken engagement

Do i need a legal paper of some sort signed by a Notary or my Dad to inherit his house??