Self-Help Legal Guides
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I want to register my custody orders from another state in Texas.
Child Custody & Visitation
Registering your out-of-state custody orders means Texas courts may be able to enforce or change the orders. -
Temporary Authorization for Care of Minor Child (Texas Family Code 35)
Grandparents & Other Nonparent Caregivers
How to ask the court for a Temporary Authorization for Care of minor children when you do not have written authorization from a parent, guardian, o... -
I need court approval for an authorization agreement for a nonparent adult caregiver.
Family, Divorce & Children
Use this guide if you need court permission to sign a written Authorization Agreement for Nonparent Adult Caregiver. -
I cannot afford my court fees.
Court Fees & Fee Waivers
The Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs or Appeal Bond -
I want a court to order my child returned to me. (Habeas Corpus Guide)
Child Custody & Visitation
A writ of habeas corpus is a legal tool for enforcing a superior right of possession to a child. -
I want to get a TRO, temporary injunction, and temporary orders in a child custody emergency.
Child Custody & Visitation
How to ask the court for a temporary restraining order, temporary injunction, and temporary orders during a child custody emergency. -
I want to adopt an adult in Texas.
Adoption
Establish a legal parent-child relationship—with all the associated rights and responsibilities. -
Expunction Prep Guide
Adult Criminal Records
Determine if you qualify for an expunction to clear your criminal record. -
I need a custody order. I am not the child's parent (SAPCR).
Child Custody & Visitation
How to ask for a custody, visitation, child support, and medical support order. For grandparents and other nonparents. -
I want to understand the immigration process.
Individual Rights
This guide can help you understand the United States immigration process. -
I need an Occupational Driver’s License.
Occupational Driver’s License
Ask for a special restricted license that lets you drive a noncommercial vehicle for work, school, or to perform essential household duties. -
Exempt Property in Debt Collection: Forms and Instructions
Exempt Property
This guide explains what property is protected (or "exempt") from creditors and what you need to do if your exempt money or property has been take... -
I want to dismiss (nonsuit) a case I filed.
Court How-Tos (Civil Procedure)
Here are tools for dismissing a case: a concept called "taking a nonsuit" in Texas. -
I want to use a Small Estate Affidavit to probate an estate.
Small Estates (Transferring Property When Someone Dies)
How to transfer a modest estate if someone died, left no will, and had only a homestead occupied by the deceased and their survivor(s). -
How to Serve the Initial Divorce Papers
Divorce
How to serve the initial divorce papers -
Eviction Answer
Eviction & Other Landlord Issues
How to answer an eviction suit. -
I need to do legal research.
Court Basics
This guide explains how to do legal research. -
Identity Theft
Identity Theft
If you're a victim of identity theft or think your information is at risk, learn what steps to take. -
I am an immigrant and want to know more about employment law.
Individual Rights
This guide is designed to provide you with information to help you understand your employment rights if you are an immigrant and how employment law... -
Motion to Set Aside a Default Eviction Judgment
Eviction & Other Landlord Issues
This guide can help you ask for a new trial if you missed your eviction hearing for a good reason. -
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 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 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. -
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. -
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.
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