Married in Africa

You can get divorced here after you've been in Texas 6 months - so sometime in November. Hire a lawyer to help you navigate the process.

How much and how hard is it for my husband to adopt my daughter?

Probably around $300 for social study, $300 for filing fees, $1000 for ad litem, and $1500 attorney fees. These are rough numbers. Good luck!

How do I get a divorce without the person being present? have no contact with him whatsoever. I cant afford a divorce cost

You will need to get an order for substitute service, serve him by publication, and have an ad Litem appointed. These are technical things and you...

My wife moved out a month ago, I still pay the house note. Can I change the locks? What are my legal rights?

You should hire a lawyer, file for divorce, and get temporary orders in place before doing anything. Your rights to the house depend in part on...

How can I get custody of my granddaughter I haven't seen or heard from her mother in 5 months?

Do you know where your granddaughter ? Where is the child's father? There is very limited standing (right to sue) for grandparents. Sit down...

Hello my son who is 13, wants to stay with me after this summer, we have court orders that has his mom as the primary of his

Hire an attorney and file a motion to modify while he is still with you. You could also file an enforcement about the younger child not being with...

Many banks only honor checks within 90 days, even if that is not written on the check. Talk to the person or business that wrote the check....

Do I need attorney?

You need a probate attorney. If there was a will naming your children, probate it. If there was no will, discuss with your lawyer whether you...

What is the difference between 2 basis' for mods under Texas Family Code 156.401?

The new job and Living arrangement are probably enough for material and substantial change. Hire a lawyer. Your support should go up, but only to...

My now sister-in-law accused me of sending her a rude email on FB, I never did nor was I ever shown the email.

This isn't a legal question, but I'll share some thoughts. This is a chance for you to be the bigger person. You are going to be related a long...