Does a person have to be present to finalize a divorce in tx if not fighting for anything?

If it is an agreed decree, both parties must sign the decree; however, only one need to appear to "prove up" the decree. If it is not an agreed...

Are there any Pro bono lawyers who will assist me in filing a divorce? I can't efford a lawyer and I know he can't either.

You might try some of the legal clinics affiliated with the local law schools, UH, South Texas and TSU to see what is available if you absolutely...

Court specifically reserves jurisdiction to determine the community property interest in the Petition's retirement pension.

If there was no award of the retirement plan 20 years ago, then it is very likely that your ex gets none of it. It is likely that your wife of 20...

My wife filed for divorce in texas and 61 days are over I don't know what to do I want to move to other state can you pl.help me

Write the district clerk, deny the allegations in the divorce petition, and put a good address on it. As soon as you move, file an "amended...

When can I be legally divorced without filing?

Legal marriages are ended by death or divorce. Death is not a good option, so you need to file a suit for divorce. Go ahead and get a family law...

Can I file for full custody for my daughter if my husband is leaving the country?

Get your own lawyer. File suit for divorce. Seek to enjoin/prevent him from taking the child out of the country. It can be done--but you need an...

Generally, the fact that she doesn't like you has nothing to do with "competent adult" provision. She is out of line. You should be able to pick...

Should I file for the divorce or should I let my husband file for it?

Go ahead and file for divorce and get him served before he leaves the country. Don't make yourself vulnerable to him that way.

Is there a time limit given to opposing party on signing a final divorce decree after I have signed it??

Ask that the opposing party attorney give you notice of the date set for prove-up and entry of the divorce. That way you can appear. Or if you ask...

Will my husband have vistation?

He very likely will have visitation unless there is some compelling reason he should not see his son, such as criminal convictions for violence,...