If the father of a child is in jail can his name still be on the birth certificate? can the child have the fathers last name?

The mother can give the child any last name she wants - if she and the father are married, he should be listed on the birth certificate whether he...

How do I get more visitation rights, when my son lives in another city within the state of Texas?

Start by buying of copy of the Order. If it established paternity and child support, it should have established visitation. Once you have the...

Can I lose standard Thursday visitaion with my daughter if the mother homeschools our daughter?

Normally visitation doesn't depend on the child being enrolled in school. Unless there are specific provisions in you order that say otherwise,...

My 8 year old son no longer wants to go with his non-custodial parent.

To put it bluntly, these issues should have been addressed in the custody provisions of the divorce decree. Your ex did not suddenly become an...

Do i need to respond to a temporary order court date for child support in Texas?

I'm not sure I understand what you are saying, but you should always respond/appear if there is any kind of Court proceeding in your case. Not...

I have been separated for over 5 years but my husband will not file for a divorce. I can't afford a lawyer.

If you can't get help through HVLP or they can't get to you for an extended time, contact the Office of the Attorney General, Child Support...

Commingled property Vs community Property vs personal property in Texas

Go talk to a good family law attorney. This is not a DIY project. It sounds like the funds should be traceable. Just because the two of you...

Be aware that most Judges will not sign the final decree if they find out you are still living together. If you have not already talked to a...

Can a divorce be reopened and assets reassigned if wife lied about infedelity (in Texas)?

Texas is a "no fault" divorce state. While bad acts on the part of one party can effect the property division, it sounds like you agreed to give...

The father of my child is suing me for contempt, in which i have documentation of notifying when things have come up.

Hire a good family law attorney or accept the very real possibility that you may go to jail. Even a good attorney may not be able to keep you from...