What are pros and cons of an informal marriage

In the state of Texas, you are either married or you're not married. You can read the Texas family code online for free. Once married in Texas...

When is it considered child abuse? Should I call cps?

I would talk to an attorney about modifying your current court order. CPS does not perform "miracles". They are overwhelmed with calls and...

Is Docusign binding in establishing paternity?

You need an attorney. I had one guy that went to TX A G by himself. He was overpaying child support by $300 each month due to a typo! Ex knew it...

Child support

Minimum wage child support is approx. $225 a month. Plus, she should pay for the cost of the kid's health insurance premium and 50% of uninsured...

Mother's boyfriend blocks me from visiting my daughter at school cafeteria

Attorney Baker gave his usual excellent answer. You might want to hire a family law attorney to help youu. Look on this site for an...

I just turned 17 and live in Houston Texas; is it legal for me to leave my home drop out of school go to Iowa and re-enroll?

In Texas for crimiinal purposes you are an adult at 17. For civiil purposes, the moment you turn 18 you are an adult in Texas. So the day you...

My wife married a man and we aren't divorced. How can I find out where she got married, so I can file a bigamy complaint?

It's obvious that you are in a lot of pain. Bigamy is criminal. Divorce is civil. I hate to tell you how many people in Houston Texas are...

Minor kids at party with alcohol

Other attorney's answer is good. Calling CPS is a waste of time. They only investigate after the fact. They don't have to send social workers to...

If one spouse files a petition for divorce but never filed any additional paperwork, can the other spouse file for divorce?

You have not provided enough info to fully answer. If divorce is still pending, then file a counter-petition to divorce. Much cheaper to "tag"...

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Common law in Texas we've lived together people knew us as married in over 18

Witnesses and paperwork can be used to prove a common law marriage. Many judges like to know how the 2 of you filed taxes too. Hire an...