I live in texas and am married in mexico i want a divorce how do i go by it

It would depend on where you have been living the last 6 months. It sounds you are a Texas resident. I practice family law in Harris County and...

Can a default judgement be granted on a counter petition in family court? If so, what is the time frame, and procedure?

You typically can only obtain a default on a counterpetition when the otherside doesn't show up for court. I practice family law in Harris...

You should seriously consider hiring an attorney. There are many that aren't too expensive and will take payment plans. I practice family law...

A friend i know is on drugs she is pregnant and now in jail. She asked me and my husband if we would take custody what do i do.

I would absolutely NOT seek a guardianship. They are expensive and in probate court. This sounds like CPS is likely involved. My bet is that...

If I already have a court order, can I go back to change it where the father has to pay for half of child care expenses?

Probably not unless you can seek to increase child support or he owes back child support. Typically, the attitude is that child support is to be...

How can i go 2 get a fast divorce

I'd suggest hiring a private investigator to find out where he is residing so you know where to serve him. If he doesn't respond then default...

If they issue a subpoena then you will need to attend the hearing. Otherwise, you do not. I practice family law in Harris County and nearby...

Approx. cost of divorce?

Plenty of attorney's charge a flat rate (ie: $1000) if it is uncontested. If the case becomes contested then they require an additional...

Without a written agreement, he is likely out of luck. File a motion to enforce the child support order and make him pay you child support. I...

Why wont they close this

I am uncertain exactly what is going on. CPS involvement can lead to a variety of things (ie: involuntary termination). I practice family law...