In the event of the death of one spouse on a community property situation, will the surviving spouse become sole owner

The answer is yes for community property if all of the children are the biological children of the decease and the surviving spouse. Otherwise the...

If respondent signs a waiver and an answer which one takes precedence?

The Answer trumps the waiver. I have had a similar case when the waiver had similar confusing language though inconsistent in wordings, the Court...

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Can i change my daughters last name with out his consent?

Based upon your circumstances, the last name of the child can be changed with out the consent of the other parent. If you were not married to...

I had my husband and we were getting a divorce. We have no children or house. He went with a public notary to divorce.

Contact the Clerk of the District Court and ask if a divorce has been granted. If there is a case number, give it to the clerk. It may be on the...

I want to file for divorce but am scared to let my husband keep our 2yr old overnight...he has a terrible drinking problem.

I suggest that you ascertain an attorney to (1) file a petition for divorce (2) Request Temporary Restraining Orders for primary custody and (3)...

What the first step to get a divorce in Texas

The first step is to prepare a Petition for Divorce; the second step is to file the petition for divorce. If a child is involved, it gets a little...

How do I go about having my child support reduced in the state of Texas due to loss of employment without having an attorney?

Simply, you have to file a Motion to Modify and set the case for a hearing. Go to a law library and request the family manual forms. I am certain...

If the divorce is already filed and both parties have been to court more than once do I still need my lawyer?

Unless you reconcile with your husband and file a nonsuit, you still have to complete the proceedings for a divorce and/or have the divorce...

I raised a 4yr old that is not biologically mine. me & my ex split so now what is the best way to get an Adoption by Estoppel?

Since the child is not your biological child, you have no rights except by adoption with the consent of the biological parents.

Spring break holiday for child possession, first weekend falls on other parties weekend, do they still pick him up?

2015 is an odd year. This entitles your ex to have the child for the dates described in the Order. Your will have the same rights during the even...