My wife lives in Houston and she has filed for divorce over there. But I live in Washington state.

If you consent, you can be divorced in Texas without having to travel here. You will have to sign a waiver of citation and agreed decree of...

How is spousal support determined?

Just because a party may ask for something does not mean they will receive it. You might also have the right to request spousal support. Both of...

What could happen if I moved farther away than the "contiguous" counties in my divorce decree?

You need a lawyer ASAP. Now that you're moved it's likely child support will be set correctly based on the payer's income & you're son will remain...

Speak with a Texas lawyer to find out if you are actually married. There are many misconceptions about that. If you are, the day on which the...

How may days do I have until I have to respond to the court and, can I respond myself until I seek legal advice?

Talk with a Texas lawyer. If your spouse handed you the papers you have probably not been officially served and are probably under no deadline to...

Should I talk to a mediator as well?

You should talk to a family law attorney. There are many potential issues. If you are served with papers, do not delay talking to a lawyer.

My husband and I are married in fort bend county 2003 and he got married to another woman in harris county in 2006 what can I do

A marriage can only be ended by court action or death. If your marriage was not ended by a judge signing a decree or order, you are still legally...

How much will it cost for an uncontested divorce in Texas and how soon can I get it completed

You cannot get divorced sooner than 60 days after the date the divorce is filed. If everything is agreed it's possible to have a divorce decree...

I was married to an abusive heroin using guy in 2003.! I left him after 2 years but did not divorce him.

If you are still legally married and if Texas has jurisdiction, community property continues to be acquired. There is no automatic 50/50 division....

My ex wife hasnt refinanced to take me off the mortgage. 8 years divorced. She is ruining my credit. Do i have legal recourse?

Have a lawyer review your divorce decree. You might have to try to make a deal with your ex for her to sell the house if she cannot qualify to...