Q: Divorce decree was written by spouse attorney how do I add comments for judge in Texas. Judge hasn't signed yet
A:
If there was a trial, you need to prepare and submit written objections to any part of the decree that you think should not be included within ten days of when you receive the draft decree from opposing counsel. The court will then hold a hearing on your objections. You should be prepared to explain why you are objecting. If the objection is a matter of form (i.e. what words are being used) rather than substance (i.e. the proposed decree is materially different from what the judge ordered), you should be prepared with citations to recognized form books like the Texas Family Law Practice Manual which support your argument as to what words ought to be used.
If there was no trial and the decree is simply being presented to you to see if you and your spouse can reach an agreement, you can write back to the attorney detailing the parts of the decree that you disagree with and want changed.
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