Child support enforcement in Texas does not discriminate on who it pursues. Whether formerly married or in a long-term relationship with the other parent or not, the payments must be made. It does not matter if the parent is wealthy, famous, prominent or had the child...
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Factors that will determine how much child support is paid in TX
Disputes regarding a number of family law issues are not uncommon amongst people in Texas. One in particular that often arises is child support. A large number of parents may not aware of how the state determines how much child support will be paid and what factors...
What is UIFSA and how does it assist in collecting child support?
Parents in the Dallas area are obligated to adhere to the child support agreement if they are no longer together but share a child or children. Unfortunately, there are situations in which the supporting parent is found to have violated the support agreement and is...
Enforcing a child custody order with a warrant in Texas
A child custody dispute in Texas can take on many forms and, in some cases, can become contentious and difficult with the need for the courts and law enforcement to step in. It can be complicated and traumatic if it is necessary to use state law in enforcing a child...
Texas law for property division in a divorce
Property division is one of the most common issues that comes up when a couple in Texas chooses to end their marriage. This is true whether it is a high asset divorce or one of more moderate means. For those who are concerned about this aspect of family law or are in...
Seeking a post-divorce modification with a Texas attorney
When spouses in Texas go through a divorce and reach a settlement, they might be under the impression that there cannot be any changes to the agreement. However, a post-divorce modification can happen for a multitude of reasons. There could be a need or desire for a...
Texas grounds for the end of a marriage via annulment, Part II
In Texas, the end of a marriage can occur for a number of reasons. Many might not realize that it is possible to have an annulment to completely nullify the marriage as if it never existed. A previous post discussed several justifications for an annulment. This post...
What do motions for enforcement orders in Texas contain?
People in Texas who are ordered to pay child support or spousal support are required to do so by law. If they fail to fulfill their obligations, there is a likelihood that there will be an enforcement order. There are contents of motion in an enforcement proceeding...
Texas grounds for the end of a marriage via annulment, part I
Texans might be fully aware of the grounds for the end of a marriage and divorce legal issues in the state, but there are circumstances when it is possible, advisable or desired to end a marriage through an annulment. With an annulment, the marriage is treated as if...
Family legal issues and voiding a marriage in Texas
In Texas, there are certain circumstances under which a marriage that was entered into was not done so legally and it is therefore void. This is an aspect of family law in the state that must be understood, especially if there is a dispute as to a marriage's validity....
