Divorce

I am a man who filed for divorce May 2006. My wife contested the divorce and retained a lawyer. Due to child support I am unable to retain a lawyer. I have complied with all of her wishes. She is keeping all of the marital property and receiving 75 percent of my pay check each month. This is difficult for me to live, but I will do whatever to make sure my two children are taken care of. Her lawyer told me that she refuses to sign the divorce papers unless I admit to adultery. I have not done this and so I refuse to admit to it. I want to move on with my life. We have been separated since November 2005, so what step can I take next? I just want out. Can she hold me in this marriage? I want out. Is there a form I can file to go before a judge myself.

If I contest a divorce and the house is in my name, what is my chance on losing the house? The money to purchase the House was given to me while married.

If you are to get a legal separation, is it ok to go on with your life with any other person, and how long would it take to get a separation compared to a divorce?

We have been separated for 2 years and 3 months. I live in Texas and he lives in Idaho, with his parents. Is there anything different that I need to do, since he lives in another state. We were married by a preacher but did not file a marriage license. We have lived as husband and wife in several states. Do we need to get a divorce, since a license was never filed?

Is there alimony or spousal payment in Texas?