A common law marriage is as valid and is the same thing as a ceremonial marriage. In other words, you will need to get a divorce if the marriage...

My father owns two houses.

Your brother would not have total rights to the home virtue of being on the deed alone. Your father's interest in the home would pass by either...

When are will filed in court

Wills do not have to be filed. A person can be probate a will. The probate should be done within 4 years of death. It becomes more difficult to...

I have a tenant who is vacating and who owes us a considerable amount of money. He has agreed to sign a paper to that effect.

The face of your quesiton is broad so it is difficult to answer the underlying question of "legally binding." An attorney would need to review the...

Can I file eviction anf hot check charges at the same time for the same check?

The eviction process is a civil action. The action would be brought by yourself as the landlord. If the state prosecutes someone over a hot...

Can my ex-husband get custody of my 12 yr old son?

Yes, it is possible. Is it likely? It depends on the facts of your case. While a few have been provided, a deeper look would be required. The...

Removing an assessment lien by the homeowner's association

There are basically two ways to have the lien removed: 1) the HOA files a release, or 2) sue the HOA. If you and the HOA can come to an agreement...

Declaring a parent mentally incompetent.

You can seek to be appointed the guardian over her estate and/or person. In order to accomplish this, you can file an application with the probate...

Adoption process when its between friends?

In short -- You will have to go through the courts. The following is a brief synopsis. The courts will look at numerous facts. It boils...

What is the age that a child can decide if he wants to visit the other parent on their weekend?

Under Texas law, a child at the age of 12 and older can ask to live with a specific parent. In order to accomplish the change, a modification to...