My child's father and I never got married but had a child. He has never been involved in her life and now i am seeking custody.

Are you sure that you want to open up this "can of worms"? If his name is not on the birth certificate then he has no parental rights in the State...

What has to be done to be emancipated?

It appears that you live in Harris County. Most judges don't like emancipations (removal of disabilities). I quote a retainer of $5,000 to...

Is there a way to give someone power of attorney without giving them complete control?

The simple answer is Yes. It does not sound like you have the full picture. There is a medical power of attorney and a general power of...

We have Family law questions for three consenting adults wishing to get as legally 'married' to each other as possible. Part 3

Let me add if you leave Texas then I recommend that you have new wills and other legal documents done to comply with the laws of the new state.

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Ex wants to go overseas

You don't have to take the child. Visitation is optional. So if you don't want your child, then refuse to take the child. Of course, you cannot...

I got served with divorce papers and I according to the court I should answer back with a letter of some kind???

He is claiming a common law marriage. You need to re-but his petition. Also, you need to make sure the real estate is divided properly so that one...

We have Family law questions for three consenting adults wishing to get as legally 'married' to each other as possible. Part 2

In Harris county occasionaly people have a non-relative added as a third custodial for a minor child. I'vee done them years ago whn one parent was...

Are they common law married in Texas after 10 years of livin together

Merely living together does not make a common law marriage in Texas. You can read the TX Family Code on line for free about common law marriage....

Where can i get a fast cheapest divorce in Conroe texas including children

Look on www.texaslawhelp.org for free Texas divorce forms. I don't know if they will work because spouse must sign everything. Texas law is 61 days...

How do I find a cheap lawyer to file a divorce for me?

You might try to do it yourself. Look on www.texaslawhelp.org for Texas approved forms and instructions.