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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 to reply to the complaint. In Texas, your answer must be in writing and signed by you (the person whom they are complaining about). Your document must contain the case number and court number. Next, indicate who you are and your relationship to the case.…Read More

Affordable Consultation For Divorce And Child Custody Matters In Houston Need legal advice on what to do with your marriage issues? Do you want more time with your child? Or are you in need a protective order for your safety and the safety of your child? Then, you need to reach an attorney right away. Even if you are unable to afford the full price of a legal services, it is good to know what to do in a legal situation, especially your situation. First, most cases are fact-specific. That means, each case may have similar rules, but the facts (what is…Read More

What Is Discovery? Discovery is a process of exchanging information between parties. It allows a person in a lawsuit to ‘discover’ certain details they would not have known. There are three main goals to keep in mind during discovery process: Avoid unfair and prejudicial surprises Prepare before trial; and Help the parties reach a settlement When you hear the word ‘discovery’, think of exchange of documents, properties, and answering questions. Types Of Discovery Request for Admission (Rule 198) Request for Disclosure (Rule 194) Interrogatories (Rule 197) Inspection of Entry (Rule 196) Mental/Physical Examinations (Rule 204) Request for Production (Rule 196)…Read More

You Do Not Want To Be In Contempt Of Court When there is contempt, it means you have broken or violated a court order. Also, your violation affected someone else’s rights. In Texas Family Law, after a court renders a judgment, the parties (both parents or conservators) must comply. Your obedience is very important. Make sure you cross your ‘t’ and dot your ‘i’. Generally, when you or the other person disobey court order, you can file an enforcement action in court. After presenting your evidence, if the court finds that there was a violation, then you must face the consequences.…Read More

What Is Conservatorship? This Is Also Known As Custody. Although we use the word ‘custody’ in our everyday vocabulary, it is a legal term. Custody simply means ‘in care of’. However, in family law, custody generally refers to child custody. This type of relationship is between a caregiver or parent and a minor. As a parent, you may have sole custody or joint custody. There are rights, duties, and responsibilities attached to appointment in a suit affecting parent-child relationship: independent rights, joint rights, or exclusive rights. The Arrangement Is Called Conservatorship. The person assigned to the arrangement is called a conservatorship.…Read More

When you bring a lawsuit before the court, you must give the other party proper notice. This other party is called the Defendant, and you are the plaintiff. However, in family law cases, the other party is the Respondent, and you are the petitioner. The defendant is entitled to know about your lawsuit; otherwise, the law infringes on his or her right to defend herself. Yes, this is an important step in due process. What Happens If I Cannot Find The Defendant Or Respondent? If you cannot find the Defendant, there are other options. In Texas, you may file a…Read More

We Answer The Top Five Common Questions People Ask About Getting A Divorce In Texas Divorce process in Texas is straight-forward – when you know what you are doing. The information that we provide in this article does not substitute speaking with an attorney about your specific case. To initiate a divorce, one spouse must file an Original Petition – this document asks the court to grant your divorce. Additionally, the initiating spouse must serve (give proper notice) to his or her spouse. How Do I File For Divorce In Houston Texas? You can file for divorce in Houston by…Read More

Who Is “Unfit” Parent? When two parents are fighting for child custody, the bottom line, at times, is who is a better parent. The best interest of the child rests on which parent is ‘better’ capable of caring for the child. No parent is perfect – because life is not perfect. But both parents want more time with the child. Therefore, being an unfit parent will reduce a parent’s chance of getting more time with his or her child. The Texas Family Code, section 153.131 states that a parent is unfit to have custody of a child if it would “significantly impair the…Read More

Promise or Marriage Agreement must be in writing to Enforce or Get Ring Back. A promise or agreement made on consideration of marriage or living together is not enforceable in court. There is an exception; the promise or memo of promise must be in writing and signed by the person obligated by the promise. In other words, any prenup agreement must be in writing and signed. In the case of Curtis v. Anderson, in 2003, the fiance (man) demanded his engagement ring back. Here are the facts: he proposed and argued that there was a mutual understanding that the ring…Read More

A Big Win for Texas Parents! In a recent case last month, the Texas Supreme Court ruled that a fit parent’s opinion counts over non-parents. Who Is A Fit Parent? Generally, a “fit” parent has no criminal record or family violence orders – anything that makes a parent’s character questionable. This may sound like a no-brainer, but the facts were quite unique. (In Re C.J.C.). A Rebuttable Presumption – Facts: Mom wanted to modify custody orders. However, Mom died in a car accident while case was pending. Dad sought for sole custody. On the other hand, deceased Mom’s fiancee, who…Read More