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We have called the police and we don't know what to do at this point
If my daughter's biological father has expressed multiple times (I've saved the messages passed back and forth) that he doesn't want to be in her life or have anything to do with her, and he doesn't pay child support, he isn't on the birth certificate and has never been... View More 
answered on Aug 3, 2017
1. First petition the court to terminate his parental rights on the basis of ? years of not paying child support & lack of being in the child's life.
2. Get a Court Order to terminate the parental right of the biological father and then
3. Petition for adoption.
4... View More
We are also both liable for upgrades to the house that we made before the divorce. The decree does not specifically state that the house needs to be refinanced in his name only or sold. If one of us can't make payments, will there be a foreclosure? Will one of us owe money somewhere? My... View More
answered on Aug 2, 2017
If you did not have a Deed of Assumption signed at the time of the decree, your credit would be in jeopardy, because both of you would have joint obligations for the mortgage. Your ex would have to refinance and at that time remove your name from the mortgage.
My ex hasn't see kids in 4 years, never shows up to court, has never fought me. Now he has a job and sends facebook messages wanting to see them. But i just got the papers changed to supervised visitation only at an agency. Is it my job to let him know the papers have changed, or is it on him... View More
He is going to prison ..he made a agreemant for me to get 1 of them nd now he wont give her to me
answered on Aug 1, 2017
All of my consultations are free. You are entitled to all of your kids, depending upon the circumstances of why the kids are not in your current custody. Discussion of the circumstances is a necessity
there with there daughters under 18. Separated June13, 2017. Daughters and I arrived back in Tarrant County, June18, 2017. Do we qualify to file for Divorce?
answered on Aug 1, 2017
The statutory time is 90 days in the County for legal residency, but if you went to the Philippines on duty in the Military, the time away is considered temporary. As such you could immediately utilize the Court system.
Also can he relinquish the rights of the foster parents
answered on Jul 31, 2017
First he has to Partition for Paternity to establish himself as the biological father.
Except for an adoption, his rights are superior to a foster parent.
He may request the Court for the name change.
my husband refinanced his home a few years ago adding me to the deed of trust/mortgage. I was present and signed all the new loan agreements. However, I am being told I am not on the deed or title. Several people I know in real estate, as well as my divorce attorney, seem to have the understanding... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2017
Your husband probably added you to the note for the lenders' security purposes only. To be placed on the deed as an owner, your spouse would have filed a Special Warranty Deed transferring to himself and you title to the property as community property.
The husband took the daughter and ran off to another city and refused to return her. The protective order was signed after he had taken the daughter. Law enforcement in the city he took her to won't do anything without a Writ of attachment. If she gets the Writ of attachment will the cops... View More
answered on Jun 12, 2017
Once you get a writ of attachment, the officer will retrieve the child and contact you or your attorney to pick up the child at the police station or a secured place. The officer will search other places for the child if a charge of kidnapping been accepted by the DA.
answered on Jun 12, 2017
You need to file a Motion to Modify custody. If your children are resident of Missouri, then there are several steps to take with the assistance of an attorney in Missouri:
1. To satisfy the jurisdiction issue, the Missouri attorney will either file a Motion to Modify in the State of... View More
Looking into getting a divorce
answered on Jun 1, 2017
Your husband does not have the legal power to put you and the kids out of the home. This would be true even if the home was his separate property. If you file for a divorce request the Court for Temporary Orders for possession of the home.
My niece was under CPS care for over a year and was placed under guardianship of her half brothers aunt ( my niece and the aforementioned aunt have no relation). The aunt is in a situation where she feels she can no longer care for my niece and is planning to downsize her home by moving. I am... View More
answered on May 30, 2017
First check with CPS for authorization & explain the situation is the best option.
, once I found out I was pregnant it old him he wanted me to get an abortion and he never wanted anything to do with her it didn't matter is she was his or not now that she's here he wants to take her away from me..... He lives with my parents in that house. There's someone that... View More
answered on May 9, 2017
Unless he files for Paternity to become a Possessory Conservator, he has no rights to your child. Under the circumstances mentioned, I am certain, that you once retaining an attorney would be able to limit him to supervised visitation, which may take place in a safe house (if a paternity case is... View More
The baby's father does not help with nothing. He signed the birth certificate then denied being the father. The court ordered a DNA we are waiting on results. They go back to court next month. She can not afford a lawyer. How can I do the leg work myself. I'm pretty good at stuff like that.
answered on May 8, 2017
Contact the attorney general office (AG) for free legal assistance. Once the results come out, the AG in the Administrative IV court will petition for primary conservatorship and child support. If you need an attorney contact the Houston Bar Association for a pro bono attorney. Many of the local... View More
He will not return him. The sheriff department says that Tx law says who ever has the child has 9/10 of the law. What can we do.
answered on May 8, 2017
If the sheriff department does not wish to help, then file a Petition for conservatorship & request temporary orders for primary conservatorship and child support. Do not allow the child to be in his possession for period of six months. I suggest that you contact an attorney for assistance
At first the guy came over and told me about it, we agreed on a 50/50 split for the bill. I got a money order took it over the next day and he decided some the posts are on my side I'm responsible. Everything I've seen online in forums or blogs says check the survey, and Who's ever... View More
answered on May 3, 2017
I suggest that you do the survey. The survey will determine the ownership of the fence by statute of limitation or land ownership. It is nice to work thing out amicably, but if you can't then the first option will be best.
answered on May 3, 2017
$10,000.00 is the maximum jurisdictional amount to claim in the Small Claim Court.
Assaulted in march but no info on court date or what to do if i want to press charges. online search shows TRAFFIC ATTY PRE TRIAL: 5/11/2017 8:30 AM. Do i show up for this? How do i know where to show up?
answered on May 2, 2017
An assault is a criminal act. Assault cases are handled by the District Attorney's office. In most cases the Court's coordinator set dates for hearing. If you want to press charges the first step is to file a complaint with the local police department. The Police Department will... View More
answered on May 1, 2017
If a family member does not have legal custody, meaning any rights of conservatorship, then contact the nearest Constable Office for assistance to get back your child. If a family member receive your child through CPS (child protective service) there may be an order issued by the Court. In other... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2017
1. The house purchased prior to marriage is your separate property, but the wife is entitled to one half of any improvements.
2. The lease expense method is to have an Agreed Divorce with (a) an equal division of assets as much as possible and (2) an agreed provision for primary... View More
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