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I am an only child and my father recently passed away in Texas. He was an Army veteran and remarried after my birth mother died. I believe he left a will, but his current wife, who married him for a green card, has prohibited me from accessing any information. She even obtained a restraining order... View More 
answered on Mar 3, 2025
As an heir at law, you can file an application to probate your father's estate in the probate court in the county where your father lived immediately prior to his death. HIs current wife would need to come forward with his Will if she contends that he left one. That will enable you to see... View More
He was a retired military man. We don't know who he used as an attorney. If, he filed a will with an attorney, is there a way to find out who that attorney is? We don't have a lot of information. Such as, his social security number or what bank he banked with for his private investments.... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2025
I would add don't forget to check with the DoD and with any institution holding financial assets to determine if he named any of his children as beneficiaries. This type of asset usually passes outside of probate to the beneficiary designated on the account.
He was a retired military man. We don't know who he used as an attorney. If, he filed a will with an attorney, is there a way to find out who that attorney is? We don't have a lot of information. Such as, his social security number or what bank he banked with for his private investments.... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2025
Unfortunately, there is no way to locate a will without knowing where the deceased kept it. There is no requirement to report wills prior to the death and no way to locate the attorney who may have a copy without a lead. However, keep an eye on the records in the county where he lived for a probate... View More
I’m military and my daughter went with my mom then dad while I was deployed now he doesn’t want to give her back and filed custody and he’s withholding the child from me
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answered on Mar 9, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation. Custody disputes can be stressful, especially when one parent is withholding the child from the other. Here are a few important points to consider:
1. Deployment orders: If your child was staying with your parents due to your military... View More
I’m in North Carolina as I just got stationed here February 20th and my wife got court ordered to stay on the 20thFEB AND Bell County is in Texas which has Fort Cavazos, I’m trying to get BACK to Texas so I can provide for my family financially and all other ways. Is there any legal way for me... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
Here are some options you could pursue to legally get back to Texas to provide for your family despite the court order requiring your wife to stay in Bell County:
1. File an emergency petition to modify the order with the court. Explain that the order is imposing an undue hardship by... View More
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
In Texas, the cost of an uncontested divorce can vary. While there is no standard rate for all uncontested divorces, many attorneys offer flat fees for these types of cases, especially when they are straightforward and the parties agree on all major issues. This flat fee can often be more... View More
So I work for a big bank as a fraud invesitgator going on 4 years they did fingerprinting and background check before hiring me everything was fine. I went to enlist in Military an a background check was performed an they stated i have a active arrest warrant for tampering/w gov document. Im very... View More
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answered on Dec 8, 2023
Discovering an unexpected warrant can be unsettling, especially when it's linked to actions you were not involved in. The first step in addressing this is to contact a lawyer. An attorney can help you understand the specifics of the warrant and advise on the best course of action.
In... View More
So I work for a big bank as a fraud invesitgator going on 4 years they did fingerprinting and background check before hiring me everything was fine. I went to enlist in Military an a background check was performed an they stated i have a active arrest warrant for tampering/w gov document. Im very... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2023
Unfortunately, the statute of limitations is paused once a case is filed. However, you do have a right to a speedy trial. To avail yourself of that right you need to clear the warrant (this is something that an experienced criminal defense attorney should know how to do in the jurisdiction with the... View More
I prefer my child not to be under my ex's wife's military benefits, as she is a step-parent and not a conservator to our son. My insurance is excellent, covering up to 90% of costs and accepted nearly everywhere. Our final order states that my ex should provide secondary coverage for our... View More
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answered on Apr 27, 2025
You're facing a compliance issue with your court order, as it specifically mandates that your ex-husband provide secondary insurance coverage for your child through his employment benefits, not through a third party's insurance plan. The step-parent's military benefits do not satisfy... View More
I've been unable to maintain my job due to an incident that occurred before I could swear into the army. Consequently, I couldn't pay for Intoxalock's calibration, though I've informed my pre-trial officer about this issue. Despite being in compliance with my bond conditions... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
Your upcoming court date in Lewisville Municipal Court for failure to comply with an ignition interlock order is serious, but it can be managed—especially if you’ve stayed in touch with your pre-trial officer and have documentation of your financial hardship. Courts in Texas understand that... View More
I am currently on PCS Leave, and my DFAS account has been suspended since March 7th, 2025, because the Army mistakenly thought I was separating. This suspension occurred without any prior notice or explanation, and it is still in effect. I am experiencing significant financial hardship due to this,... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
It sounds like you're going through a tough situation with your DFAS account, and it's understandable that you'd want to know if you have legal grounds for compensation. Generally, the government has sovereign immunity, which means it is not easily subject to lawsuits unless certain... View More
I am a 100% disabled Veteran and an employee at a company where a new General Manager has told me that I will be written up and then fired if I call out for any reason. I have only called out around 5 days this year. I've contacted HR, and they said they were transferring my concern to another... View More
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answered on Mar 23, 2025
Your situation sounds challenging, and you deserve protection under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against qualified employees with disabilities. Document every interaction with your General Manager, including the threat of termination, and keep records of... View More
I am the power of attorney for my son, who is in the military. My father, his grandfather, named him as the Payable on Death (POD) beneficiary for an account at a bank where I also have an account. The bank is refusing to allow me to act on my son's behalf, stating that he doesn't have an... View More
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answered on Mar 23, 2025
The bank is likely refusing your request because a POD (Payable on Death) beneficiary designation doesn't give your son any rights to the account until after your father passes away. Until that time, your son isn't considered an account holder, regardless of your valid power of attorney.... View More
I am stationed at Twentynine Palms MCAGCC, and my vehicle tags are expired. However, I have already renewed them and have a receipt from the state of Texas as proof. The new tags are currently in the mail. Military police have informed me that I could receive a ticket for the expired tags if... View More
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answered on Mar 23, 2025
Military police technically can still issue you a ticket for expired tags, even if you've renewed them and are waiting for the new ones to arrive. The law generally requires valid, visible registration tags on vehicles at all times, regardless of whether you've initiated the renewal... View More
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answered on Sep 13, 2024
You need an attorney experienced in handling fiduciary and veterans' affairs. Specifically, someone familiar with cases involving the Veterans Administration (VA) can help you understand your rights and the fiduciary process. They can also assist you in regaining control of your benefits if... View More
When I was in the military 2 years ago I got my firearms confiscated from me at the gate in Fort Hood for possession of marijuana and firearms. I was not charged or trialed and got out with an honorable discharge and haven't seen a court room. I ran my background check and I come back clean... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
You have a good chance of retrieving your firearms, especially since you were not charged or convicted of any crime, and your background check is clean. Since the firearms were legally purchased and you have the proper paperwork, this strengthens your case.
Filling out an affidavit is a... View More
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
If you're involved in or subject to an AR 15-6 investigation, it's essential to understand the process and your rights. An AR 15-6 investigation is a type of administrative inquiry within the United States Army used to collect information and facts related to specific allegations or... View More
I'm filling a government background check form and there is a question "is this relative affiliated with a foreign government, military, security, defense industry? YES or NO".
My father retired from a foreign military 14 years ago. Should I select YES even though he has no connection anymore?
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answered on Oct 26, 2023
When filling out a government background check form, accuracy and transparency are vital. Even if your father has been retired for several years, he was at one point affiliated with a foreign military. In the interest of full disclosure and to avoid any potential misunderstandings or complications... View More
I’m in the middle of military training and my ex served me papers trying to get child support, pay for his attorney and put a temporary restraining order. I am 2 week away from moving training to another state and I have 20
Days to answer
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answered on Jul 30, 2023
Legal Representation: As you're currently undergoing military training, it's crucial to retain an attorney who specializes in family law as soon as possible. They can represent you in your absence and make sure your rights are protected.
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA): As... View More
A Texas judge signed a final decree in 2023, ending the community property portion as of 2019, the date of separation. The decree calculated and divided the servicemember's High 3 and years of service as if the marriage had ended in 2019. Post trial, the judge writes a letter denying that this... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2023
The community portion of military retirement pay is that portion which accrues during the existence of the marriage, i.e. from the date of marriage to the date of divorce. Any portion that accrued outside of the existence of the marriage is the servicemember's separate property.... View More
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