If divorce is on the mind, the chances are you’re considering talking to an attorney. This can be a big (and often difficult) first step to take. It may end up being the best decision you make, though! Here’s what to expect when you engage a divorce attorney. Questions During
Domestic violence is an awful daily reality for far too many across all demographics in the US. Unfortunately, the Texas Council on Family Violence estimates that 1 in 3 Texans will be a victim of domestic violence at some point during their lifetime. With something this widespread, it can never
Am I entitled to 50% of our community estate in Texas … the short answer here is no. Despite what you may have heard, Texas is not a 50/50 community property state, and to say so would be an oversimplification. Rather than a half and half division of community property,
If you are considering adopting a child, you’re surely weighing the differences between open and closed adoptions. If you are a birth parent who will be placing their child for adoption, you’ll be weighing these options as well. While a closed adoption is the right choice for some families, we’ll
Once you’ve gone through the hassle of finalizing your divorce and hashing out a detailed parenting plan with your ex, you’d hope that things would be smooth (or at least smoother) sailing going forward. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. Sometimes things are bitter between exes and one refuses to
Since jurisdictions vary, figuring out your child support in Texas is complicated. While asking yourself, “how much child support am I going to receive?” you will need to take into consideration several factors. Keep in mind that it’s an estimate. There’s no guarantee you’ll get a specific amount until the order is actually put in place.
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