Despite the bond and the relationship that you have with your child, their other parent might take action to try to restrict your access and limit your contact with your child. This will take the form of a child custody modification request, which will be filed with...
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Spousal maintenance can be a contentious part of a divorce
During a marriage, many spouses might not have needed to think very much about making ends meet, but in divorce they suddenly find themselves in a totally different situation. Those who earned less than their spouse or who were homemakers could need spousal...
Ways to divide a business in a Texas divorce
Property division can be challenging in any Texas divorce, but generally speaking, the more assets the married couple has, the more complicated the property division. In addition, some types of assets are much more difficult to divide than others. Some of the most...
Is divorce different if one spouse is in the military?
Divorce is never easy, but it can be particularly difficult when one or both spouses is in the armed forces. Military divorce presents technical requirements and considerations that civilians don't have to worry about. State law The legal process of divorce is...
Dividing your property during a divorce in Texas
If you are going through a divorce in Texas, one of the issues that you will need to discuss with your soon-to-be ex-spouse is regarding exactly how you will be dividing your property between the two of you. Before anything else, it is important for your to understand...
Can the child support order deviate from the state guidelines?
When a Texas couple gets divorced and they have children, there might be issues surrounding how much child support will be paid. To ensure that the child is properly cared for and their needs are met, the state has in place specific guidelines detailing how much will...
Protecting your assets in a divorce
Divorce is often the right solution for Texas couples whose marriage just isn’t working anymore. If this sounds like you, you might feel relieved at knowing you are making the right choice and starting a new life but scared at the idea of losing your financial...
Is your child being subjected to parental alienation?
In the blink of an eye, your child can turn against you, hitting you with unexpected and undeserved criticism, thereby threatening to disrupt your relationship with them for years to come. Where did this behavior come from? It might be hard to tell at first blush, but...
Expungement and non-disclosure under Texas law
Your criminal record can wreak havoc on your life for years to come. It can make it difficult to secure and maintain employment and housing, your reputation in the community might be significantly damaged, and your record might be used against you in a custody case....
Constitutional violations serve as defense against DWI charges
You are driving down the road, when suddenly red and blue lights are flashing behind you. You pull over and the officer gets out of their vehicle and asks you to submit to several tests to determine whether you are driving under the influence. Shortly thereafter, you...