Questions answered by Melissa Morgan Williams

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I have been separated from my wife for 2 years, I filed for a divorce in the last month now wants spousal support can she get it

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 10, 2014

Your spouse can request temporary spousal support while the divorce is pending. I am not sure if you are asking about temporary support or...

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Is it possible to get a divorce in TX without child support for a child?

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 10, 2014

I have had several orders signed by a judge in Travis County with no direct child support, but every county is different. If the judge is willing...

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What steps do i need to take concerning child support and custody?

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 09, 2014

I agree with Robert's answer. His possession is most likely a right and not an obligation, but you can use his failure to exercise possession as a...

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Do I get my son on Friday January 2nd, if his mother has the second half of Christmas vacation?

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 09, 2014

I agree with the previous answers. Holiday possession trumps regular weekend possession absent specific language to the contrary.

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My wife saved about 80% of her wages under false pretense of it being our family savings. Now, she won't account for the money.

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 08, 2014

I agree with the previous answers. If the money has not been spent, the court has the right to divide it. If you have not filed for divorce, you...

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Do I have to get a divorce from common law marriage?

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 08, 2014

It is possible that you will need to file and finalize a divorce before you can remarry. You should consult with an experienced divorce attorney...

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Separation Awareness

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 08, 2014

I agree with both previous answers. Since Texas does not have legal separation, you should consider filing for divorce if you don't think...

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I filed a case but my lawyer is wasting my time and money and not helping me with my case - child custody and divorce

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 08, 2014

I agree with the previous answer that if you are unhappy with your attorney's work, you need to hire an experienced family law attorney who has...

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Conservatorship

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 05, 2014

I am also confused on how CPS awarded conservatorship without filing a case? The mother needs to hire an attorney immediately to get possession...

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When do my spouse and I sign the Final Decree of Divorce?

Melissa's answer | Answered on December 03, 2014

Assuming you have an Agreed Decree and you are just going to court to appear at an uncontested docket, only one of you has to be present. If it is...

Melissa Morgan Williams's Answers (218)

I have been separated from my wife for 2 years, I filed for a divorce in the last month now wants spousal support can she get it

Is it possible to get a divorce in TX without child support for a child?

What steps do i need to take concerning child support and custody?

Do I get my son on Friday January 2nd, if his mother has the second half of Christmas vacation?

My wife saved about 80% of her wages under false pretense of it being our family savings. Now, she won't account for the money.

Do I have to get a divorce from common law marriage?

Separation Awareness

I filed a case but my lawyer is wasting my time and money and not helping me with my case - child custody and divorce

Conservatorship

When do my spouse and I sign the Final Decree of Divorce?