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My ex is trying to modify child support. He is behind 4 months. Will a judge let that go unpaid even if he agrees to modify?
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Answered on November 09, 2009
To further answer your question, no, the Judge will not waive his back child support, unless you agree to waive the back support. He's not getting...
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He signed the birth certificate, but he's not the father, does he still have to pay child support?
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Answered on November 09, 2009
Until he contests his paternity and a DNA test shows that he is no longer the father, yes.
By signing the birth certificate, he legally...
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What can I do to stop the ex from threatening me with the non return of our children when his visitation days are over?
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Answered on November 09, 2009
You need a court order that clearly outlines his periods of possession. If there is no court order, then he has the right just as much as you to...
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Do i qualify for alimony?
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Answered on November 09, 2009
Generally, no, you will not qualify for spousal support.
In Texas, the concept of alimony does not exist. Instead, in few cases, a spouse can be...
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If a mother decides to relinquish her parental rights, can she sign her children over to their father?
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Answered on November 09, 2009
Yes, the mother can sign a Affidavit of Revocation, and ask the Judge to terminate her parental rights. However, it is at the Judge's discretion as...
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If I applied for divorce in my husband's native state and don't feel I will get a fair trial, what happesn if I leave?
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Answered on September 15, 2009
If you are considering leaving Texas after your temporary orders have been set, I would advise you against it. Generally, temporary orders have a...
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No signed divorce papers
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Answered on September 15, 2009
Yes, if you were properly served papers, by either signing a waiver of service, or being served by a constable, and you did not answer the Original...
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If my wife has a school loan from before we were married that is now in collections am I at any liability For these
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Answered on September 15, 2009
Any debt entered into before marriage is considered separate property under the Texas Family Code. Unless you consolidated your debt with hers or...
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In texas can a child choose to visit his dad if the dad has never paid any child support
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Answered on September 15, 2009
Yes, in the State of Texas, the family code is very clear. It states that visitation and child support are completely separate. That means that...
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What are my odds of getting custody of my daughter?
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Answered on September 15, 2009
I highly suggest that you seek the counsel of a family law attorney. Custody cases are difficult to predict and require individual care and...
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