You must file a petition for divorce, a waiver of service, and a divorce decree. The decree is what the judge signs and finalizes the divorce. If...

How or can I collect from the estate?

You need a probate lawyer. Time limits apply so waste no time. A probate lawyer can probably file a claim with the estate. It might be necessary...

The other parent is not required to pick up the children. If he does not, it gets him in trouble. If he tells you he will not get them, then...

What could be the outcome if my daughter, my spouse and I do not take an OAG court ordered paternity test?

You might be able to avoid a paternity test but you need a lawyer. If you ignore the hearing, an order might be signed for you submit to a...

How do I go about getting custody of my children?

See a lawyer and make a plan. Do not try this without a lawyer. There are many on AVVO, one for every budget. It sounds like you have a good case,...

A judge will not order the father to take the children. Consistent failure to take them is a basis to change his visitation schedule so you would...

What can I do when my husband refuses to divorce me unless I agree to live in the same county as him until our kids are 18?

You do not need your husband's consent for a divorce. The law presumes the children benefit from close access to each parent, so residence...

Should I go through divorce mediation or hire an attorney?

Mediation takes place in a divorce and each spouse usually has their own lawyer. Mediation is not an alternative to having a lawyer. You may attend...

How to divide a LLC property (cash)?

There is no automatic 50/50 division of community property in TX but it is usually close to that. Whether the business is community depends on when...

My nephew has been locked out if his house after school several times.

It is legal as long as the boy is not in danger. It can also be a basis to modify the visitation and custody. His mom should see a lawyer about her...