Can i change my daughter's last name to mine?

I agree with the other attorneys - hire someone to help you. Be advised if the bio dad does not agree then most courts won't change her...

Steps for custody modification

You might consider mediation. If an agreement is reached, it is binding. You would then need an attorney to draft the final paperwork to submit...

I agree with the other attorneys - read your decree. If you don't understand it, take it to a lawyer to explain. She needs to send you a copy of...

What effect would it have on my ability to get custody of my son if I move out of state?

Look on this website for an attorney. Many accept payment plans. If ex will not cooperate with visits, you can file a contempt action against...

We were divorced in Texas Fort Bend County on October 24,2012 .. two boys ages 6 and 7 now. Dad hardly seems the boys ???

Mail certified mail PLUS first class "certificate of mailing" PS Form 3817. You had the envelope to postal employee who stamps the date received...

What are the laws on Step Parent adoption when there is no known father on the birth certificate?

As the other attorney stated, you need a family law attorney to help you. It is complex but doable. I would look on this excellent website to find...

If there is no paternal name on my child's birth certificate how can my husband adopt her?

I don't know what you have been reading but it's not Texas law. As the other excellent attorneys have said, call a family law attorney to help...

How does a father obtain custody of his child after mom dies but Family won't give him child?

At 18 the father is an adult. He needs to move swiftly. After 6 months of custody of a minor child, the grandparents (or whoever has the...

I have a son with a married women she says his my kid. I want to be responsible and have rights. Her husband is his legal father

Go to a family law attorney in Houston. There are many excellent attorneys listed on this site. Pick one. You need to file a paternity...

Can my fathers past be used against me in court for a child custody battle? HE has done things, nothing major.

It would also matter how long ago these things occurred. If 20 years ago and he's been clean since then, most judges won't care. Talk to a...