Can i get a judge drop domestic violence against a friend. I tried to get police not to arrest him.

I suggest you tell this to the DA's office that is prosecuting your friend. If they believe this was a mutual combat situation, then they may (but...

Can i get an increase of child support payments?

If the facts are what you believe they are, then it should increase, and depending on what his actual income turns out to be (based upon all of his...

I am tryin to find out what i am charged with can anyone help me please

Since your post indicates that you are in Houston, I will assume that you mean that you are charged with a crime in Harris County, Texas. If so,...

What kind of legal help is out there for a single mother that can't afford an attorney?

If paternity is the hold up for you, then the Texas Attorney General's office can help establish paternity. Their website is...

I have an opportunity to work overseas for a few years and want to know how hard it would be to take my child with me?

So much depends on how much opposition you get from the child's father, and what would be best for the child. You asked for advice, and my advice...

If i leave texas to live elsewhere, do i have the right to take my children? We are still married.

Yes, but if your husband files a divorce suit within the first six months of your departure (i.e. before Texas loses jurisdiction over your...

What can my brother do to file for joint custody of his 2 young daughters?

He would be filing a petition to modify. A lawyer is not required, but I would certainly not recommend he try a do-it-yourself if he really cares...

Federal law states that BAH would not be subect to garnishment for any purpose (CFR 581.104) and I think your federal law argument is likely your...

Do i need a lawyer for a child custody battle

Yes it works to his advantage. I suggest you retain a good family law attorney if you care about the outcome of this suit. Good luck, Eric...

How is custodial rights determined if the parents were never married?

Mr. Osinski is right, seek counsel for this one. A original custody suit is much like a divorce action, in that it is the first time a court will...