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answered on Dec 23, 2019
Normally, that information is put into the order at the time the test is mandated. 888-343-4529.
answered on Dec 18, 2019
If he has retirement then you certainly are entitled to some of his retirement. Good luck to you. 888-343-4529.
I'm having concerns regarding my children's welfare & safety when they are with their father. He is an alcoholic and I do not know if he follows the court-ordered decree to keep sober during visitation weekends. He is behind on child support and does not pay through the state as he... View More 
answered on Dec 18, 2019
This is so sad. If you can not hire an attorney try the State Bar of Texas and ask them for resources to help.
My wife filed in Dallas County Texas and has moved to another county in Texas, does she have to refile the divorceor modify it?
answered on Dec 18, 2019
You do not have to refile the divorce action if it has already been filed if you move after the initial filing if the divorce was not finalized. 888-343-4529.
To sum up the situation the mother and largely her parents have put outrageous limits on when, where, and how long I can see my child. I’ve already met with a lawyer about my concerns with the age gap laws and there is no worry there.
1. I’m the father 18, the mother is 16. The mother... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2019
We will just assume that your child is an infant or under the age of 3. Custody is determined what is best for the child. It will depend on how involved you have been as a parent and your intentions in the future. In order to have specifics you will need to file a suit to do so. Good luck... View More
What do I do to get him out he has 5000 cash bond
answered on Dec 16, 2019
Call a lawyer and bond company for assistance. He still has a child support obligation for the child regardless if the mother of the child is deceased. Good luck.
Can I get him for falsifying documents. He is using a lawyer.
answered on Dec 14, 2019
It sounds like there may be more to the facts to warrant a request for a modification. If he has an attorney then so should you.
My daughters mother and step-father have been married for years and waited until the girls turned 18 so I wouldnt know about the adoption process. I only found out about a year ago. I no longer have a withholding order for child support but I DO have a withholding order for arrears.
answered on Dec 14, 2019
Any prior arrears incurred prior to the adoption are still your responsibility. Good luck.
my mom shares legal custody with my step dad (3 of her step sons kids) can she legally adopt all 3 without my step dad ?
answered on Dec 13, 2019
If a party to an adoption is married and requesting to adopt then both the husband and wife has to join in the petition to do so. Good Luck. Let us know if we can help. 888-343-4529.
My son's biological father has been absent from his life and is a little over $10000 behind in child support. The Attorney General can not find his place of employment nor his residence. I have sent many pictures through the only way I know how to reach him of my son and there has never been a... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2019
You can have his rights terminated. You will have to prove certain legal requirements of course. Definitely consult with an attorney to proceed. 888-343-4529.
answered on Dec 13, 2019
It depends on whether you have any equity in the property. If not, then if there is a mortgage the person keeping the house will have to be responsible for continuing the payments. Hope this helps. 888-343-4529.
I have lived with my boyfriend for an year and we have our two month old son. In which he doesn’t help out with at all. He doesn’t pay for food, clothes, diapers, etc. He even gets mad when I ask him to help with the baby. He is very controlling doesn’t allow me to stay the night with family,... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2019
You should seek assistance of your family members and hire an attorney to get directions from. Based on your facts I doubt you would lose custody. Good luck. 888-343-4529.
I have primary custody of our one child and our divorce decree geographic restriction only includes 2 counties.
The county I want to move to is not one of the 2, but does border both counties in the order.
The county I want added is actually closer to my ex’s current residence... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2019
Sounds like changing the county is a viable option. Good luck.
my son lived with me for 2 years and I did not recieve any financial help from the mother. Now he lives with her and the Attorney general is taking more than 50% of my paycheck to pay back what they think I owe for the 2 years he was with me. I have zero problem paying my child support I just cant... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2019
In general most orders allow for 50% of each parent paying uninsured expenses. You could file a motion to determine arrears to address the time the children were with you as well. Let us know if we can help 888-343-4529.
Currently we reside in Houston, Tx., and I have reasons to believe my spouse wants to move our daughter to New York.
answered on Dec 7, 2019
She can move if there are no orders in place as to who determines where the child lives. If that is the case then you need to pursue court action to put them into place as soon as possible before she actually moves. Good luck 888-343-4529. Ready to help.
(In Texas) In a Termination of Parental Rights Family Law case, the petitioner had the Petition served to a respondent. The respondent sent a Original Answer to the Court. BUT did not fill out a Certificate of Service and did not send the petitioner a copy of the Original Answer.
IS the... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2019
Yes, you have to send any pleadings that you file directly to the opposing party. If you don't you won't be able to proceed as it relates to the filing. Good luck. 888-343-4529.
Can I extend child support as one or both will have to remain in my care post 18?
answered on Dec 6, 2019
You should file while they child is under 18 for a modification of the prior order and with a physical disability child support can be extended indefinitely. 888-343-4529.
Do I have any legal recourse?
answered on Dec 4, 2019
Feel free to give us a call to discuss this further. It could be a case of actionable conduct against the facility. 888-343-4529.
She will be moving in with her mother and I into an apartment.
answered on Dec 4, 2019
Contact the State Bar of Texas for a referral. Good luck.
I've received a citation for personal service from the county clerk for a cps case. They've eliminated the perpetrator of no neglect, but is trying to force myself and my daughter to take agree to therapy, which I feel we do not need. I'm unsure of what I should do next.
answered on Dec 4, 2019
CPS are serious cases to be involved with. If you have been served then they mean business. Get an attorney and save yourself the headache or heartbreak. Good luck. 888-343-4529.
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