Questions answered by Fran Brochstein

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Is it necessary to accept the terms of a QDRO, or may I be allowed to seek advice from another source before signing the papers?

Fran's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

There are companies that prepare QDROs for a flat fee. In the Houston-are I can think of at least 2-3 of them. I'm sure there are more but 2- 3...

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If I want to divorce my wife who is pregnant with a child that is not mine, do I have to pay child support after the divorce?

Fran's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

You can file for diovrce now but it cannot be finalized until the new child is born. You will want DNA testing to prove the new child is not...

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Can you please tell me all the paperwork and steps needed to get emmancipated from your parents.

Fran's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

In Texas it is called "removal of disabilities" and you must fulfilled a lot of requirements. The Texas Family Code is available on-line and you...

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Is there an online site we can get a copy of the 30 day wavier form to remarry? If so what is it ?

Fran's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

I don't know of any on-line site -- but then I don't use them. You can go to the Harris County Law Library and look in the TX Family Practice...

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Can I file kidnapping charges on my husband?

Fran's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

I agree with the other attorney. It sounds to me like he's talked to an attorney and he's going to be filing for divorce now that he has the...

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My husband admitted to commiting adultery , i want a divorce how much will it cost? im willing to share custody of the kids

Fran's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

I agree with Attorney Langford. Look on this website and find an attorney to represent you. Quite frankly, ignore the rating system because...

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Is it easy to get supervised visits for my newborn because I feel my childs fathers gf will harm the baby out of jealousy?

Fran's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

Agree with Attorney Langford. You live in the Houston area and there are plenty of experienced family law attorney to choose from. Look on this...

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My niece has lived with us since 2003. She just turned ten years old. We have power of attorney but want to adopt.

Fran's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

Terminating parental rights is very serious and courts don't do it lightly. You really need to sit down with an experienced family law attorney...

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My divorce was in CO. Our children live with the the ex. The 14 year old ran away and came to live with me in TX. Can he stay.

Fran's answer | Answered on January 09, 2013

The court of continuing jurisdiction is Colorado. Does ex still live in Colorado? If so, the jurisdiction might still be there. You really...

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If my son is in another state is it harder for to get custody, or visitation.

Fran's answer | Answered on January 09, 2013

Start saving up your money. Eventually the TX A G will contact you and I highly recommend that you have an attorney with you when you go see...

Fran Brochstein's Answers (6331)

Is it necessary to accept the terms of a QDRO, or may I be allowed to seek advice from another source before signing the papers?

If I want to divorce my wife who is pregnant with a child that is not mine, do I have to pay child support after the divorce?

Can you please tell me all the paperwork and steps needed to get emmancipated from your parents.

Is there an online site we can get a copy of the 30 day wavier form to remarry? If so what is it ?

Can I file kidnapping charges on my husband?

My husband admitted to commiting adultery , i want a divorce how much will it cost? im willing to share custody of the kids

Is it easy to get supervised visits for my newborn because I feel my childs fathers gf will harm the baby out of jealousy?

My niece has lived with us since 2003. She just turned ten years old. We have power of attorney but want to adopt.

My divorce was in CO. Our children live with the the ex. The 14 year old ran away and came to live with me in TX. Can he stay.

If my son is in another state is it harder for to get custody, or visitation.