In 2001 we had a Legal separation agreement drawn up by lawyers. What do I need to do to finalize the divorce?

You should seek counsel in your area, however, it's a relatively simple process of filing an Amended Petition and requesting a dissolution. You...

If the father already opened a custody case in California, can another be opened in Texas?

If there is an open dissolution case in California, and it has been served on the wife, then jurisdiction should remain in California. There are...

I just found out that I am not the father of my 13 year old son, whos currently lives with me, whats the next step?

For all intents and purposes, you are this boy's father. He is 13 years old, it's too late to make a claim that this boy is not yours. If you...

Can I move out of my parents house at seventeen if I am a father?

You might be able to move out, however, you are not legally able to sign any contracts until you are 18, so where would you live? Are you working...

If I file for a legal separation form my husband and my income is only social security, could I get alimony?

Spousal support is based on need, ability to pay, the standard of living of the marriage, and a host of other factors. Yes, you could get spousal...

I have been ordered to pay $950 a month for my 3 yr old. 1/2 of my wages. How can I get this lowered?

Child support in your case is 340, the add on of 1/2 the day care is an add on. Your ex cannot sign any form requesting no child support. It is...

How is personal property divided during a divorce

If the cars were purchased during the marriage, then they are community property and she cannot take them both. The mid blue book value will be...

I have recently re-married. Can my ex-wife collect child support from my wife if I become unemployed?

No. There is no risk that your wife will be charged for your child support. NOTE: This answer is made available by the lawyer for educational...

What form, should we use to try to get sole custody?

This is not something you should try on your own, as the stakes are too high. You don't state why bio mom was given joint custody, or how that...

Mr. Mueller responded to the criminal part of your question, there is another part, the family law part. What has happened is sufficient to...