All you need to know about Collaborative Divorce. Collaborative Divorce is a new and innovative method of settling family law disputes that seek a “win-win” solution for both parties. Collaborative Divorce is a process whereby both parties and their counsel commit themselves to resolving their differences justly and equitably without resort, or threat of resort, […]
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The termination of parental rights in Texas. There are different reasons why a parent’s rights may need to be terminated in Texas. Abuse or neglect. Abandonment by the parent. Parent is criminally responsible for the death or serious injury to a child. When a child in an environment that mentally or physically endangers the child. […]
Name Change of a minor child in Texas. Sometimes, people change the name of their child for their protection. Other times, a parent may feel that they made the wrong name choice. A request for name change is most common in divorce suit; a mother may decide that she does not want her child to […]
Can I leave a child alone in my car for a short period of time? Answer: No. Do not leave a child in a motor vehicle for any length of time. If children are trapped inside cars, especially in hot weather, they can suffer from heat exhaustion or heat stroke in a matter of minutes, leading […]
Citation and Service of Process in Texas What is service of citation? When you file your Petition at the clerk’s office, the clerk may ask you about citation. should issue citation. This is sometimes called “service of citation” or “service of process.” They are used interchangeably. Service of process means you give the other party […]
Grandparents’ Rights to Child Custody in Texas What are the Requirements for Grandparents Rights to Custody of Child in Texas? It is not easy for grandparents to sit by when their grandchild is in a harmful environment; unfortunately, this is the case when one of the parents is unable to take care of the child. […]
How to Check a Restraining Order in Texas A judge issues a restraining order when there is family violence. There are different ways to check if there is a restraining order. In Texas, you can check online or by sending an e-mail to the law enforcement agency. You can also use a victim notification service […]
How to Get a Divorce for Common Law Marriage Ascertain if you really do have a common law marriage, called an “informal marriage” in Texas. Section 2.401 of the Texas State Code lists the legal criteria. You and your spouse must have agreed to marry, lived together as husband and wife, and told others you […]
Common law marriage is also known as marriage without formalities. Others call it an informal marriage. It is a valid and legal way for a couple to marry in Texas. Section 2.401 of the Texas Family Code noted that a common law marriage may be proved by evidence that the couple represented to others that they were married. How do you prove common law marriage in Texas? […]