I am in a same-sex marriage and I am looking to find out how I can adopt my wife's daughter or become a legal parent

You are fortunate to live in a part of Texas that routinely permitted same gender couples to adopt without much fuss. Also, your facts as presented...

Domestic violence during pregnancy, recent sexual assault, Can the dad who lives in Alaska get unsup.visits and joint custody?

He visited 4 times in the past 3 years and now thinks he's going to go from supervised to unsupervised? Get a lawyer. Let him know you mean...

How do I convince the judge not to issue a Emergency Protective Order on the state's behalf at arraignment?

You have a very unique set of facts. If you can provide evidence (therapist records/testimony is essential), then you have a chance. Hire a lawyer.

Can me and my to-be ex-wife get joint legal advice for our divorce?

Waivers will allow one lawyer to rep both, but very few seasoned attorneys will take such a case--I don't take them because too many things can go...

What is a typical division of community assets in Austin, Texas, for a divorce with cause when my wife cheated on me?

I had a case where I had actual pictures of the other party naked in bed, and the paid paramour present in a state of panic when my client busted...

Geographical Restriction?

You've got a very good argument against geographical restriction. Use it. I'd be interested in WHY he is wanting (or pretending to want) a...

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In simple language in a divorce in Texas what does 'trial on merits' mean.

It's used to distinguish that day(s) in court from the intermediate days in court when there may have been hearings dealing with portions of the...

My divorce is fixing to be final what happens with my child

You can consult with a lawyer and pay that fee--sometimes free, sometimes a flat rate, and sometimes an hourly rate. A conduit might be enough to...

Can I keep my child longer without my ex-wife's consent?

Secondary physical custodian? I've never heard that before. Is there a court order? Follow the order. One of the clearest parts of an order is the...

Can my ex get his past due child support abated by a judge because he was incarcerated?

No, IF you protest correctly, the arrearages cannot be forgiven by the court.