You should retain an attorney of your own if at all possible. In the very least, visit with somebody and get some legal advice about your specific...

My abusive ex made me let him sign the birth certificate, can I have my fiance adopt her without his permission?

Has the biological father been adjudicated the father or is there simply the birth certificate? If there is no affidavit of paternity you may...

How long ago was the divorce entered? It is highly unusual to have a modification in less than a year from the original order and typically we look...

Is Petitioner obligated to follow Alternt've Dispute Resolution rule before pursuing child-modif if it's agreed in final decree

It is certainly not "void." You should take your order and the suit you were served with to an attorney who practices in Austin in family law. You...

How can a permanent conservator of a 12 year old legally transfer all rights of the child's custody to me, her Aunt?

I agree with Mr. Baker Is the Department (CPS) still involved on any level? Get some specific advice ASAP. This should not be terribly...

Can I have parental rights to my step daughter?

Hi-this is a tricky question and you will want to meet with an experienced family attorney to discuss the details. The answer as to whether you can...

Is it possible to change possession from 50/50 to Standard or Extended?

That is an interesting question. I think it probably varies, judge to judge. Some judges will stick with the family code and apply the ESPO...

You can likely file the certified copy of the final decree of divorce as a muniment of title in the county land records. That should suffice to...

There is no domestic partner law in Texas. There is only marriage, formal and informal. Speak to a lawyer about your specific questions. Good luck

When does a spouse's income become SP?

Unless there is a valid pre nup or post nup in place, all income earned by both spouses during a marriage is community. There is no legal...