Paternity. What is paternity? Paternity means the “legal” father of a child. The topic of paternity generally comes up where two parents are not married to each other. Therefore, the alleged father of the child must establish paternity in order for him to be viewed as the legal father of the child in a court. […]
U.S. President Biden and Changes to Immigration Laws. First, congratulations to the United States’ newly elected 46th president, Joseph ‘Joe’ R. Biden! On his first day in office, President Biden announced his plans to send a bold immigration bill to Congress in few weeks. This is exciting because the new administration is open to welcoming […]
Does My Immigration Status Matter in Child Support Case? A parent is obligated to financially support his or her child. Whether the parents of a child are married or not, they must support the child. Therefore, your immigration status does not bar (stop) the collection of child support. Undocumented Parent (Status) If the parents of […]
How Can I Collect the Cost of Baby Delivery and Medical Expenses from My Baby’s Father? For married couples, a baby born into a marriage is presumed as the child of the married couples. For unmarried couples, Texas law does not recognize the biological father as the legal father. Therefore, you must establish paternity before […]
All About Texas Divorce – Quick Guide. There are Five major issues in Texas Divorce. Custody Child Support Spousal Support Property Issues (including business) Mental Health CHILD CUSTODY and CHILD SUPPORT If you have a child under the age of 18 or has not graduated from high school, create a parenting plan with the following […]
When Do I Stop Paying Child Support? The court may order one or both parents to support a child. Obligor is the parent that the court orders to make payment towards the support of the child. On the other hand, the obligee is the parent that has exclusive right to receive payment of support. According […]
How to File an Emergency Temporary Custody A grandparent’s rights in Texas. There are ways that a grandparent can get legal possession of her grandchild, especially when the parents have disregard care. Also, in a situation where the child is in a harmful environment, a grandparent may request temporary custody. If you need an emergency […]
Steps to Emancipation or Removal of Minority Disability Chapter 31, Subtitle A of the Texas Family Code goes in depth on the Limitations of Minority. How can a minor remove his or her disabilities as a minor? Disabilities in this chapter is not referring to handicap. It is the inability or limited ability to make […]
Protective Order versus Restraining Order A Protective Order and Restraining Order have common purpose: to keep a person from hurting or harming you or performing certain acts. Also, both orders are signed by a Judge/Court. However, these two Orders have differences. They differ in purposes, length of time, and the consequences of violation. See below […]
How to Answer a Lawsuit So, you have been served with a document. In the document, the other party (petitioner) has complained about your actions or inactions. This is called a complaint or petition. Now, it is your turn to file an answer. If you are filing an answer by yourself, there are several ways […]