What is the status of my marriage

You can only be married to one person at a time in Texas so until your first husband died your second marriage was void. The second marriage...

During a divorce how is child custody determined on who gets custody of child.

When parents cannot agree their case will go to court for a custody determination. Every custody battle will be examined by a Judge on a...

Under Texas Family Code section 6.003 adultery is a legal term in Texas that means the voluntary sexual intercourse of a married person with one...

I've been trying to get a divorce but my wife will not sign the waiver of citation, file an answer, or show up to finalize it

If your wife will not sign a waiver of service. Then you will need to get her served. Parties involved in lawsuits in Texas are entitled to notice...

Can I move away temporarily with my baby?

Before there is an order of the court in place regarding custody, both parents have equal rights to possession and access of the child. This can be...

Is my daughter entitled to half of her husbands 401K and pension after 5 years of marriage?

Under Texas case law a Judge has wide discretion in determining what is “just and right.” A “just and right” division of the community property...

I have moved out of the house. Can my wife change the locks if my name is still on the house.

As mentioned there is no such thing as legal separation in Texas. If there are no court orders your wife can change the locks. However, you can...

I have a special cash deed with my name only but is it true my spouse is entirely to also. Been married for 20 YEARS

As other attorneys have mentioned you really should talk with a lawyer who can delve into the facts more to better advise you. However, a rule...

Can I still live in my house if both our names are on title?

You do not have move out just because your spouse tells you that he/she wants you to leave. Both parties have a right to stay in the home. No one,...

There are exceptions to the 60-day waiting requirement under section 6.702 of the Texas Family Code. Those exceptions include: A court may grant...