In Texas, whenever a civil lawsuit is filed, the other party must be served with the starting papers to know they are being sued and why. This is the same for divorce suits, Suits Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship, Modifications, etc., unless the other party is willing to sign an Answer or Waiver of Service Only form. This may seem like a daunting task if the other party is incarcerated, but it is not all that different than serving someone at their home or business.
Read moreSolicite un intérprete
Antes que su cita con un juez se aproxime asegúrese de obtener un intérprete de idiomas, especialmente si tiene una discapacidad auditiva o no se siente cómodo comunicándose en inglés. Un pariente o amigo no podrá ayudarle como intérprete.
Read moreCiv Pro: How do I serve someone?
TexasLawHelp.org has several articles on how to serve someone with court papers, as briefly covered in a previous Ex Libris Juris post. For this post in the Civ Pro series, we would like to highlight frequently asked questions by pro se litigants who are serving court documents. TexasLawHelp and TexasCourtHelp are two excellent resources to start with when learning about civil procedure in Texas. For the complete procedure on serving someone in Texas, read Rules (99-124) of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure.
Read moreCiv Pro: Which court do I file in?
Many pro se litigants, or those filing lawsuits without the help of a lawyer, have questions about where to file their court documents. Read on to learn about the court structure of Texas and the different courts in the state and in Harris County. Keep in mind that if you are still unsure of where to file, it is always best to consult with an attorney.
Read moreTexasLawHelp.org Provides Information and Forms for Serving Court Documents in Texas Family Law Cases
Many people who represent themselves in family law cases have questions about serving court papers on the other person. Fortunately, TexasLawHelp.org has helpful information and forms for various situations.
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