How long to get divorced in TX? I've lived here almost 2 years. My husband is a mean alcoholic, an ex felon(DUI manslaughter)

If you and your husband were to agree on the terms of the divorce-- it would go much more quickly. Texas law requires a minimum waiting period of...

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How likely will the father get full custody with having domestic violence on the mother while pregnant & his green card expiring

If you have been assaulted you should make a police report and seek a protective order- if applicable. If the assault was not recent (and some...

Can I low my third degree felony charge for tampering to misdemeanor with probation? this is the only thing I have in my record.

Hard to determine your chances without more information. Each case is fact specific- each district attorney has their own feelings on how to...

I lived with the father of my daughter & he left 3 yrs ago & has not returned. He has not once worried about the property taxes.

I don't know that you have provided enough information to really answer this question well. It sounds like you were not married to the father of...

Can I file for uncontested divorce with no child support. The child bears my last name but I am not the biological father

Indeed, this is time sensitive. How much time has passed? You were married at the time of the birth so the child will likely be presumed to be...

How does a parent go about getting paternity challenged after being deemed the legal father in the state of Texas?

Yes, your time is limited. You need to hire an experienced family law attorney in your area who can guide you step-by-step on how to challenge...

Why would it not be recommended to represent myself in my divorce?

You need an aggressive attorney to fight for you. "Advice" is not going to be sufficient- you need an advocate to stand strong next to you in a...

Should I go ahead and file my statutory rape case even though I'm nearing the statute of limitations

I am so sorry to hear what you have been through. You have some serious issues that need to be addressed. The best way to protect yourself and...

Debt in divorce?

Unfortunately in Texas you are either married or you are divorced. This distinction often makes the division of debts, assets and liabilities...

Family law

You need to hire an aggressive attorney. There are legal remedies available... but you need to take the first step and hire an attorney to...