What is needed for Tx court to establish personal jurisdiction over out-of-state spouse?

If the case is "uncontested" -- as in "agreed" -- the out-of-state spouse can sign a waiver. If "uncontested" means the out-of-state spouse will...

If I sign a Waiver of Service then a month later sign and file an Answer/General Denial form, which one takes hold?

If the Waiver of Service also contained a waiver that you be given notice of future proceedings or a waiver regarding other matters, it might not...

Can a QDRO be filed and approved prior to filing for divorce?

It's not clear what you mean when you say the terms of the divorce were negotiated with "our" attorney. An attorney may ethically only represent...

Typically, a Judgment or order awarding attorney fees is not, by itself, constitute a court order to pay. Although post-judgment interest will...

HHhhhmmm. . . . A defendant with a bond condition which requires no Internet use who posts a question on an Internet legal forum about how to get...

Is probation is same as conviction in Texas for the case of DV, if a person get probation does it goes in background and effects

Texas deferred adjudication is treated a conviction (except for Class C misdemeanors).

How do I select a best attorney for Organized Retail Theft?

You and your lawyer should be able to work together and agree on a defense strategy and defense objectives. If you can't effectively work with...

Can a sibling take over the property of a house if the will has not been probated?

In general, a Will should be probated as soon after the death as possible. During probate, the court will appoint an executor to account for and...

Need legal advice

Try stopping by your lawyer's office. If that doesn't work, you might hire a second lawyer solely for the purpose of working things out with your...

If a Deed Of Trust To Secure Assumption wasn't done what can i do if anything.

Make an appointment for a consultation with a lawyer in the jurisdiction where your divorce was heard and take a copy of your case file to the...