I need to find a good atty for divorce for an abusive marriage of 20 years.

Why are you hesitating? Read Avvo to find a good lawyer, check with other sites or ask friends for a good referral to a competent family lawyer. ...

In Texas a child born prior to marriage who child support order already in place apart of divorce decree.

It sounds like there is a pre-existing child support order that is in effect. That case will need to be "joined" with the new divorce. Is spousal...

After Divorce X's attorney put wrong name on wrong property awarded. Who do I get to help me correct the mistake.

You might mention to the lawyer you interview the terms "nunc pro tunc" and "idem sonans" and see if that helps. I agree with these lawyers -...

OUR PARENTING PLAN MEDIATOR IS BLATANTLEY ONE SIDED WHAT CAN I DO .

Hmmmmm.....if she is in fact your "mediator", she is there for the purpose of helping you find a middle ground in your case. If you can not agree,...

In Texas, you can amend your original divorce petition up to 7 days before trial. A motion requesting permission is generally NOT needed under...

If my husband has filed for divorce and I do not want it, in order to get spousal support do I need to file for divorce as well?

I agree but you will need to plead for it in your documents in order to be entitled to spousal maintenance. Hire a lawyer! Good Luck! Charles

I need to get legal custody of my 16 yr old daughter again. Can custody be transferred without going to court?

I agree with Ms. Brown but am concerned about child support issues. If you are currently ordered to pay child support, that order will continue...

Do we need to hire a lawyer as my husband xwife is trying to change her divorce papers and wants my husband to sign.

Both Mr. Moore and Ms. Tracy gave excellent answers. My only comment is that Judges can correct certain clerical errors with "Nunc Pro Tunc"...

Is it possible for a spouse to be made to keep their ex on their medical coverage as part of a divorce settlement?

When you interview your lawyer, ask about "COBRA" benefits - or the right you will have to extend your existing health insurance for up to 36...

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I am going through a divorce. Attorney is missing meetings& no communication. Mediation is in 4 days. Can I change lawyers?

Wow. Not a good position to be in. I would urge you to keep trying to contact the attorney. If he/she does not respond, cancel the mediation and...