Today we've discussed Types of Parental Rights in Texas in our post. If you are in the process of a divorce, you may feel confused regarding your options for parental rights regarding your children. Understanding how parenting rights work in the legal system can be challenging and legally complex. The following is a brief guide to [...]
Divorces are not always adversarial, bitter battles. In some cases, marriages are ended and many of the decisions are mutually agreed upon by both spouses. While marriage can be ended by one spouse, the decision to have either a contested or an uncontested divorce has to be decided upon by both spouses. In order to have [...]
Divorces are not always completely adversarial and antagonistic battles. In some cases, two people agree on many important and significant parts of the divorce, but may still have a few major issues outstanding. If this is the case, then the divorce mediation process may be an option for your particular circumstances. Understanding Divorce Mediation Divorce mediation [...]
The barometer by which a court makes decisions regarding child support, child custody, and child visitation matters typically revolves around a legal construct known as the “best interest of the child”. As a parent, you may feel that you have your child’s best interest in mind at all times. However, when there are disagreements between you [...]
Chances are that if you are reading this blog, you are already involved in a family court matter in Texas or considering whether to be involved in a family court matter in Texas. Divorce and/or child custody disputes in the Lone Star State have many different stages. Though all stages of family court are important, the [...]
Divorce – it’s never a welcome word, but sometimes it is unavoidable. If, despite your best efforts and those of your spouse, you still just can’t make things work, it may be wise to dissolve your marriage. If you and your spouse are able to agree on everything, this is what’s called an agreed divorce, or [...]
You and your spouse have spent years building a life together, but things are just not working out. Despite your best efforts, you’re drifting apart. Maybe there are other problems driving a wedge between the two of you. Whatever the case, divorce is now a certainty, and you’ve got a lot of questions. One that you’ll [...]
Divorce is rarely a simple, easy process. Having children involved adds complications to the process. Custody is often one of the most hotly contested elements, and if you’re about to go through a divorce or it is on the horizon, you’ll need to know a few things about what to expect when it comes to child [...]
Divorce was once relatively uncommon because it was rarely granted except on exceptional grounds. There was also a social stigma associated with it. Today, things have changed dramatically. Divorce has become much more widely accepted and easier to file for, as well. However, there are a few things that many Texas residents may not know about [...]
Divorce is rarely a simple thing. This is particularly true if you and your spouse are unable to agree on even basic things, like property division or child custody. They can become bitter, drawn-out legal battles that leave scars on both sides. Just navigating the divorce process in Texas can be challenging, and having some basic [...]
Divorce is never a simple thing, but some situations can be less complicated and rancorous than others. If you and your soon to be ex can come to terms on your own and can be amicable throughout the process, an agreed divorce might be the best option for you. What’s an Agreed Divorce? You might be [...]
Divorce is rarely a clear-cut, simple matter, particularly when children are involved. Many Texas couples face the prospect of contested child custody and even access to children in some cases. In these instances, a court will order what is called a social study evaluation to be completed. For instance, you and your spouse have decided a [...]
