Divorces often have the potential to be bitter and controversial. In several cases, Texas residents who wish to divorce get into the legal proceeding while their emotions are still raw and they are on the brink of dissolving their marriage. In many cases, either or...
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Who gets the family home in a Texas divorce?
Some of the biggest problems faced by Texas divorcing couples are the financial aspects of a divorce. Naturally, most couples who have been married for a long time may have accumulated a substantial amount of wealth and property, which now must be equitably divided...
How does a service member’s deployment affect child support?
Many Dallas residents who are actively serving in the military have to be away on deployment if duty calls. This can keep them away from their children and in the case of a divorce or separation, the military usually does not interfere with the jurisdiction of the...
The rights of grandparents in Texas – Visitation
A grandparent can file a lawsuit in Texas asking for custody if that grandparent is able to prove that such custody is in the best interest of the child. In this post, we will see if a grandparent without custody has possession or access rights to his or her...
Grandparents’ rights in Texas-Part I
In Texas, as in many other states throughout the U.S., a grandparent's visitation rights are limited. This means a grandparent does not have a constitutional right to see his or her grandchildren. There are a few ways, however, that a grandparent can receive custody...
Texas man long wanted for child custody interference arrested
Child custody, anywhere in the United States, including in Texas, can be a complicated issue. Former spouses may argue over child custody matters and some may even flee with the child, ignoring court orders in the process. In a recent case, a Texas man, who abducted...
A win-win deal in a paternity lawsuit
In Texas, and all across the United States, there are men who are being forced to pay child support for children who are not biologically theirs. And there are men who would welcome the opportunity if it means receiving recognition that they are in fact the father of...
Divorce and property division in Texas
Texas residents may agree that divorce not only breaks hearts but also has financial implications. A divorce involves issues, such as spousal support, asset and debt division and child support, if there are children involved. In a community property region, such as...
What is needed for a child support order modification?
Any divorce, whether it is in Texas or anywhere in the United States, takes a toll on the children. While their parents can at least look forward to a brighter future ahead, the children are often gripped by insecurity. Hence, in the best interest of a child, the...
Why is Texas adopting the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act?
Child support and alimony recipients in Plano County and in the rest of Texas might be aware that Texas has its own set of laws when it comes to family law matters. However, in cases where the person is having a child support or alimony agreement issue in a different...
