Under Texas law, there is no such thing as “legal separation,” though the court may consider the fact that you lived apart for most of the marriage...

What is the process to getting divorced with a 10 year permanent resident card??

Your immigration status has no bearing on process for getting a divorce. The standards and procedures are exactly the same for someone with a green...

How can a parent be appointed JMC if a court suspects Family Violence?

I agree completely with Mr. Cowan. There’s a big difference between “belief” or “suspects” and the statutory burden of “credible evidence.” If you...

What will happen at the birth of a second child to a couple who’ve lost their parental rights of the first?

You don’t provide enough details to give you a definitive answer. Nothing will happen automatically. I suggest that whatever your position is in...

What should I do if my husband won’t let me and our daughter go anywhere together without him

You say you are getting a divorce, but it’s unclear if a divorce action has actually been filed yet. If you don’t have an attorney yet, you need to...

Contempt of court

There are too many possible variables here to be able to give you any intelligent answer with the limited facts given. But I will say that a judge...

My ex wife filed a petition to modify child/parent relationship. What can I file until I find an attorney?

There are so many possible variables, and so little facts you’ve provided, it’s impossible to give you any sort of intelligent answer to your...

Does a mother get full custody during divorce if the father is in federal prison?

If you’re seeking termination of the father’s parental rights, I highly suggest that you consult with an experienced family law attorney to help...

I’m assuming you live in Odessa, Texas. If you meet the Texas domiciliary and residence requirements, you can file for divorce in the local court....

I am in Texas and want to change my son's name. The court is unable to locate the father for signed consent

You will probably need to have the father served by publication. I suggest that you consult with an experienced family law attorney to handle this.