Self-Help Legal Guides
Guides include instructions, checklists, and court forms for a variety of legal issues.
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I want help on an issue involving human trafficking.
Human Trafficking
This guide can help you better understand human trafficking issues—and what help is available. -
I want to know how to move a family law case through the system.
Court How-Tos (Civil Procedure)
Learn the basics of moving a family law case through the courts from start to finish and who is involved in your case. -
Dallas County Civil District Courts
Dallas County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Dallas County Civil District Courts. -
I need to change a custody, visitation, or support order (Modification).
Child Custody & Visitation
This guide tells you how to modify an existing custody, visitation, child support, and medical/dental support order. -
I want to move (transfer) my case to another court.
Court Basics
How to ask a judge to transfer your civil case to a court in a different county. Not for family law cases, criminal cases, or cases in Justice Cour... -
I am looking for an alternative to guardianship.
Planning for Loss of Health
This guide explores the many alternatives to guardianship that give people with disabilities support to make decisions without taking away their ri... -
I want to use a TexasLawHelp.org guide.
Learn how to use a TexasLawHelp guide. -
I need to clear an arrest from my record (expunction).
Adult Criminal Records
How to ask the court to permanently remove entries from an adult criminal history record. -
I need to set a contested final hearing in a family law case.
Court How-Tos (Civil Procedure)
This guide tells you how to set a contested final hearing in a family law case. -
Travis County Civil District Courts
Travis County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Travis County Civil District Courts. -
Dallas County Family District Courts
Dallas County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Dallas County Family District Courts. -
I want to learn about civil litigation in Texas.
Court How-Tos (Civil Procedure)
This guide explains the basics of civil lawsuits in Texas. -
Texas Guide to Disposition of Remains
Wills & Estate Planning
Decide what happens to your body when you die, and choose the person in charge of arrangements. -
Immigrants' Rights When Law Enforcement Approaches
Immigration Laws & Rights
You have rights when you are approached by a law enforcement officer or ICE agent—no matter what your immigration status is. This guide offers tips... -
How to Transfer a Motor Vehicle After Death - Designating a Beneficiary
Automobiles
How to legally leave your vehicle to someone after you pass away. -
Dallas County Courts at Law
Dallas County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Dallas County Courts at Law. -
I want help and information on dealing with Child Protective Services.
Child Protective Services (CPS)
This guide explores options for families working with Child Protective Services (CPS). -
A Guide to Representing Yourself in Family Court
Family, Divorce & Children
This guide is for parties who do not have a lawyer and are representing themselves in court. -
I want to change my name.
Name Change
How to file for a name change in Texas if you are 18 years or older and want to legally change your name. -
Travis County Courts at Law
Travis County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Travis County Courts at Law. -
I need a protective order.
Protective Orders
How to ask the court for protection from someone who has been violent or threatened to be violent. -
Dallas County Justice of the Peace Courts
Dallas County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Dallas County Justice of the Peace Courts. -
I want to change my child's name.
Name Change of a Child
How to legally change the name of a child under 18. For parents and guardians. -
Asylum Guide
Immigration Laws & Rights
This guide is designed to inform you about the USCIS Asylum Program. It was created by the University of Houston Law Center Immigration Clinic. ... -
Travis County Justice of the Peace Courts
Travis County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Travis County Justice of the Peace Courts. -
Angelina County District Courts
Angelina County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Angelina County District Courts. -
Angelina County Courts at Law
Angelina County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Angelina County Courts at Law. -
I am a human trafficking victim and need a T visa
Immigration Laws & Rights
This guide, adapted from material by American Gateways, answers common questions about human trafficking and T Visas. -
Angelina County Justice of the Peace Courts
Angelina County
Learn the virtual court procedures, who you need to contact, and more about the Angelina County Justice of the Peace Courts. -
I need a divorce. We have minor children. A final custody and support order is already in place.
Divorce
How to get a divorce when there is already a final court order for custody and support of your children (like an Attorney General child support ord...
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