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If someone leaves their 2 children with their cousin for 2 weeks can the cousin legally adopt the children.
answered on Oct 20, 2019
Probably not 2 weeks is not enough to warrant any adoption typically in Texas.
October of 2018 was when I took her to court and not a year later she’s been doing this for 6 months now what do I need to do to prove she is lying and it’s making it had because she misses a lot of or meetings. My daughter is almost 2 now and I can’t see her alone nor nor for 2 hours
answered on Oct 18, 2019
Make sure that you understand the terms of your order. Once you do then send her requests in writing and then make sure that you are actually showing up at the specific time and place set out in the order. Get proof that you were there. If possible have a good witness with you. If she does not... View More 
my wife is dating her boss and is always away from home and i was needing to know how i can get custody of both kids until im able to we get dna testing done for both of my boys
answered on Oct 17, 2019
You should get the DNA test done before any divorce is finalized. After it is finalized you would be responsible for child support. You could file for divorce and ask for temporary custody since your youngest is still considered your child. Then you could request a DNA test for confirmation.... View More
He confessed to cheating on me since March and left in June. Our kids are 22,20&18 and our youngest is in school. He runs his own company. Do I need to file for divorce? Am I entitled to part of the company? Am I entitled to child support? Or any kind of financial help from him?
answered on Oct 15, 2019
You may be common law married. Facts such as holding yourselves out as husband and wife to the public is where to start. Then you will have property that the courts can divide. Hope this helps. Good luck 888-343-4529.
answered on Oct 12, 2019
You can dismiss just your requests but not the opposing parties requests in file. Before you do that consult with your lawyer if you have one. Good luck 888-343-4529.
Can my spouse possibly win every thing in the divorce settlement claiming Abandonment when in fact I am removing myself from a hostile environment?
answered on Oct 10, 2019
The court will divide property and it does not matter if you file first. Consult an attorney.
I’m the non custodial parent. Do we have to go through court even if mom doesn’t agree?
answered on Oct 7, 2019
Yes you do. If not, then you will owe child support for the time that she lives with you. The mother could file a writ to make her return. In this situation it is just best to talk and get an agreement among yourselves and take it to an attorney for a quick resolution. The attorney could file... View More
The tax bills are in his name. He says that I don't own any part of the three lots in Benbrook, Texas because they show him as "owner". I told him that Texas is a community property State. He doesn't believe that I have a part of the ownership.
answered on Oct 6, 2019
If you were married at time of purchase of the real property you are correct that it is community property. However, the court can divide the property as what it seems to be a just and fair division.
Do we children from him have any rights as heirs to home at all?
answered on Oct 3, 2019
If the home was purchased by wife before they got married you have no rights to the real property.
I've been receiving threaten emails and non stop phone calls to my work
answered on Oct 3, 2019
Request a TRO from the court in which you have filed the divorce.
answered on Oct 3, 2019
You need to get an attorney and establish paternity if your name is not already on birth certificate. If on birth certification ask attorney to do a SAPCR. Good luck. 888-343-4529.
Parent died and spouse still living but the house deed was never put in his name.
answered on Oct 3, 2019
It depends on when the property was purchased and whether the parties were married at that time.
I don't how to respond to it
Judge ruled at the last hearing he has no jurisdiction to continue with the emergency custody case he had previously granted to the father. Judge did not enter his oral ruling with the court clerk. I have initial custody from my home State Virginia. I need the emergency custody order vacated so... View More
answered on Sep 29, 2019
Try right away calling the court clerk and ask if the judge plans on entering an order reflecting such. If that does not work then contact an attorney in that county where case is pending to assist.
why won't they give me my daughter or what can I do to get her back now
answered on Sep 29, 2019
If that is your wife’s child then she has the same rights to possession of your child if there are no set out orders. If you feel the need to get orders put into place then consult an attorney. Good luck. 888-343-4529.
When I started paying child support 4 years ago I had I job where I was making decent money. I lost that job shortly after but my child support amount 4 years later is still the same amount from when I was working that job. Ive made several attempts to get it changed because I don't make no... View More
answered on Sep 29, 2019
If she has been served then you can proceed. However, you need an attorney to forward your rights in order to press for a final hearing in the issue. The OAG does not represent you.
About a year and a half ago I temporarily lost my rights to daughter and he father was given custodial gaurdianship but I got her back and the case was closed. He recently got locked up and heard from one of the other inmates who I had know that I was still doing all the bad stuff I was doing that... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2019
If the father is incarcerated you should attempt to regain physical custody of your daughter right away. You’re going to have to hire an attorney. 888-343-4529.
No paternity was established and it was signed after they where born does that mean she can try to take me to court and make me do a dna test when I do not think they are mine. While she was sleeping with her ex she got pregnant And can she get child support from me. If they are mine even though... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2019
The signing of the informal document you reference does not override any court action. However, it can be used as evidence especially if you are being asked to pay retroactive child support. Do not ignore any requests for the court simply because you believe that the document that you signed... View More
I did not receive anything. My spouse lied to the courts and told them that she did not know were I was are how to get in touch with me. When in fact She did have my number and address
answered on Sep 22, 2019
Hire an attorney to discuss practical and legal remedies. If you have not lost any valuable property or rights concerning your children, if any then it may not be a practical avenue to fight it.
We had court on August 23rd. my (now former) legal representation has been absent since the court date and hasn’t filed the paperwork. There were orders to move child support up from the 6% the NCP currently pays to guideline limits. The opposing council was ordered on this date to supply income... View More
answered on Sep 21, 2019
You will need to hire another lawyer to finish your case.
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