How should I document situations my spouse creates?

Keep an online journal if it makes you feel better, but I don't think his behavior or these incidents with the ex-wife will impact your divorce...

Do I have any type of rights to my step-son?

I agree that you need to hire an experienced family law attorney who specializes in same-sex issues. There are several good ones in the Houston...

I know the main focus of your question is modifying/lifting the geographic restriction, but please be aware that if you are still married to the...

At what age can a child pick who they want to go with?

In Texas, a parent can request the judge "confer" with a child 12 years or older. During that interview, the child can express his wishes about...

Ready to file divorce petition but do not have spouse address?

A family law attorney can help you search certain databases to find your spouse. If no address can be found, you can file a Motion for Substituted...

Adultery in a divorce case?

There are many factors, including adultery, that could cause a judge to award a disproportionate share of the community property estate to a...

How do I file a new petition affecting the parent child relationship for an out of state order?

It's true that interstate cases can be tricky. If you or the other parent still lives in Nevada, the case will need to be filed there. It's...

I highly recommend you ask the attorney ad litem to put you on a payment plan. Also, does the judge know you have no kids and no property? Also,...

What should I do if respondent answers a petition

After setting the case for trial and providing 45-day notice of the trial to the father, you need to be prepared to put on evidence to prove the...

Will the Texas Attorney General Judge consider cost of travel at the hearing for a non-agreed order?

The court can consider the cost of travel when it determines the amount of child support, but you should make sure you have proof of all these...