How do I get temporary custody of a non-related child if the mother is needing them to be taken care of?

If you keep the kid for 6 months in your home then you can go to court and ask for permanent custody. Quite frankly, I would think long and...

Can I divorce my wife, with only my signature.

The short answer is no. You need to file the divorce and have her served. If she does "nothing". then you get a default divorce. The only...

Is there a timeframe in which a father of a newborn child must establish paternal rights or risk losing all rights to the child?

You can call Houston Volunteer Lawyers and see if they can help you for free. 713-228-0732. You might also try South Texas College of Law Legal...

How can I get custody of my children.

It appears you live in Harris County. There are many fine family law attorneys available on this website. You don't state the age of the kids -...

You need to get going. I'm already booking June mediations through mid June.

Deeding Property away to keep from Wife getting in the divorce.

The wife needs to retain an experienced family law/real estate attorney attorney immediately. It appears the case was finalized in January - now...

Does working at night interfere with me getting custody of my children.

I assume the judge or your attorney told you this information. After one year you can ask for a modification but it is not automatic. The burden...

Is re-marriage to a person in Illinois and expecting a child a substantial and material change in regards to a geo. restriction?

You have to make it worth his time and money to let her move. Just remarried and being pregnant is not enough to lift a residency restriction. It...

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Can I get a divorce living in Texas and he in NY, without leaving Texas?

If you are a Texas resident you can file in your county. Hopefully, he will sign all the paperwork so that you don't need to serve him - saves...

I have decided to leave my abusive husband. I will be the 2nd exwife with children for my husband. How does effect child support

You truly need to meet in person with a family law attorney in Houston to go over your numerous questions. He gets a reduction on the other...