Every divorce is different, but there are some issues common to many marital splits, regardless of who the spouses are and how much money they make.Infidelity, abuse, addiction, and restless boredom are all common factors that often lead to divorce, no matter who you...
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Can a Texas grandparent seek custody of a grandchild?
The general presumption under the law is that parents of children have the right to control access to and the welfare of their offspring, even to grandparents. This is a concept that has the blessing of the U.S. Supreme Court by virtue of a decision made a few years...
Framing custody for dad requires understanding motives
Texas law talks the talk when it comes to expressing that the best interests of the children are met by ensuring they get what amounts to equal time with mom and dad. It's not supposed to matter whether the parents are unmarried or divorcing.Very often, that's not how...
Divorcing in Texas? Don’t Hesitate to Protect Your Assets.
When people divorce in Texas, the law requires that their community property be divided between them in a way that is "just and right." The reality, though, is that a "just and right" split is not always a 50/50 split, and you may need an aggressive and experienced...
What are important points when going to court for family law?
Sometimes, what might appear to be the simplest part of a family law dispute can be the most complicated. This is why Dallas residents who are in the midst of a child support or custody dispute with a spouse, former spouse or family member should have a grasp on the...
Best interests of the child and Texas law for parents’ rights
Parents in Texas who share custody of a child need to be fully aware of how the law works when it comes to what their rights as a conservator are under the law. It is imperative that parents who are embroiled in a dispute with the other parent keep their emotions in...
When does the requirement to pay child support terminate in TX?
When a Texas court is considering a child support order, the parents might have a vague notion as to how long that support order will last. The court will base its decision on a child support formula. Any court order or agreement will likely result in one parent...
Our firm can help with the legal implications of paternity
For people who find themselves involved in a child support dispute, paternity can sometimes prove to be a key issue. Perhaps a man thinks that a woman is seeking support from him even though the child is probably not his. Much more common is the scenario where a woman...
Former pro football player pursued for delinquent payments
Texas child support enforcement does not discriminate on whom it pursues. Regardless of who it is, how prominent they might be and how much money they earn, the payments are required to be made in full and on time. A failure to do so can lead to legal problems that...
Signals that the end of a marriage is on the horizon
Texas couples who are having disagreements in their marriage might not be able to differentiate between what is a minor dispute and what is a sign that the marriage is in trouble. There are signs that separate a moderate and common argument in a marriage and what...
