Can living with a boyfriend affect custody of your child? Yes, it can. When deciding what is best for your child, courts in Texas will look at how your living situation might influence your child’s safety and stability and how it affects custody decisions. Below, we explore how having a new partner … [Read more...]
Understanding Unmarried Father Rights in Texas: A Comprehensive Guide
If you're an unmarried father in Texas, you must understand your rights, especially about child custody laws. The state does not automatically recognize your parental rights. You must establish paternity first. This article explains all about unmarried father rights in Texas. Its major focus will be … [Read more...]
Essential Guide to Custody in Texas Divorce Cases
When you face a contested divorce in the state of Texas, it’s crucial to understand how child custody in Texas divorce, also called legal custody or conservatorship, will be decided. Child custody issues can come up if there is family violence, child abuse, or if there are disagreements about health … [Read more...]
My Wife Moved Out: What Are My Rights And How To Protect Them
If your wife moved out, you’re probably wondering about your rights. You may feel unsure about what to do next and how to handle your home, property, child custody, and finances. As the remaining spouse, this change in living arrangements can feel overwhelming. This article will guide you through … [Read more...]
How Is an LLC Treated in a Divorce in Texas?
When divorcing in Texas, an LLC can be a community or separate property. If the LLC was formed during the marriage or funded with marital assets, it’s likely community property. A business can become a family business, complicating property division in a divorce due to the mix of family dynamics and … [Read more...]
How to File for Divorce in Dallas County
Filing for divorce is never simple. Over the past 15+ years, I’ve guided hundreds of Dallas County residents through the Dallas divorce process. It can feel overwhelming to end a marriage, but knowing the steps will make it more manageable. In this guide, I’ll explain everything you need to know … [Read more...]
Can You Date While Going Through a Divorce in Texas?
Going through a divorce is often one of the most difficult emotional experiences in life. In Texas, where divorce laws can be especially detailed, you might worry about how personal decisions—especially those involving a new romantic relationship—could change the result of your divorce proceedings. … [Read more...]
Top Strategies for Divorce: How to Navigate the Process
As an experienced family law attorney here in Texas, I've seen my fair share of clients who bury their heads in the sand and know virtually nothing about getting divorced as their marriage falls apart. James was one of them. He came to me right after he and his wife decided they really were headed … [Read more...]
How Can I Get a Quick Divorce in Texas? 5 Essential Steps
Marriage is never easy. If you’re wondering, “How can I get a quick divorce in Texas?”, you’re looking for the fastest and least painful way out. But there are 5 steps that will dramatically impact your divorce timeline. Texas law does provide options to speed up the process especially for an … [Read more...]
Cell Phone Accounts During Divorce: A Texas Guide
Divorce is never easy. Cell phone accounts during divorce can cause fights and legal problems, especially in divorce court. This article explains the role of cell phones in a Texas divorce. Family members often use mobile phones and shared plans, which can make family law cases even more … [Read more...]
