Do I need to hire an attorney or can I file for divorce on my own? Don't know where wife is. No kids. 1 vehicle only property.

The law allows you to represent yourself. The judge is not allowed to be your lawyer. Your wife must be served with the petition you will file and...

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Who is right?!

You need to have a lawyer review the original order and all orders modifying it to determine what your rights are. You might then need a letter to...

If my husband has restricted stock units that were promised to him 4 years ago, but I divorce him before, am I entitled to $ ?

You are entitled to some of the stock, not necessarily half. Assets earned during marriage are community property. Even if the units vest after...

Seperation question

You need a lawyer. Unless there is a court order in place, and presuming that you and your wife are legally married, both parents have the right to...

If my husband doesn't appear to divorce court can I get a default judgment?

The statement that he will make the divorce difficult is not consistent with him taking no action and allowing a default. If you have him served...

Current lawyer will not put language that spouse must list and sale house in final decree- am I being unreasonable?

It is not uncommon to put that type of requirement in a decree. Have a frank discussion with your lawyer about why he/she is unwilling to include...

Can A Custodial Parent File Abandonment On Non Custodial Parent?

If you're trying to change the father's visitation schedule his failure to see the child on a regular basis can be used to do that. You need to see...

There is no limit involved with when you can file. A judge can order your husband to give you money for legal fees if he has excess funds. You need...

Do I have to allow my child to visit father after results from drug test show him to have tested very high for meth use?

Legally, you are supposed to follow the court order. You are also required to do what is best for your child. If you deny visitation you should...

Our divorce is pending in Texas. What happens when both move to different states?

You can finish your case in Texas. If either of you meets the residency requirements to file for divorce in a different state, then you could...