You Are Not Alone: When Staying Home is Not the Safe Option
You are not alone. Let us repeat it for those who didn’t hear or don’t believe it: You. Are. Not. Alone. The world around us has quite literally shut down—trapping…
What does “in the best interest of the child” actually mean?
Child custody is one of those areas of law where emotions can really run high. It can be heartwrenching to think about spending time away from your child or understanding…
A Covid-19 Crisis: Domestic Violence Rises
You are not alone. Let us say it again for those who didn’t hear or don’t believe it: You. Are. Not. Alone. Doctors and advocates for victims are seeing an…
Hiring a Divorce Lawyer: How to Hire the Best Attorney for Your Case
Filing for divorce is a complex and emotional time for the couple involved. For this reason, it is best not to go the do-it-yourself route. As if navigating the court…
What is the general divorce process for couples in Texas?
Every divorce is unique, but the general divorce process in Texas remains fairly consistent for all couples. While some divorces can be finalized in as little as 61 days, it…
How to Begin the Healing Process After an Unwanted Divorce
If you are in a seemingly happy marriage, hearing "we need to talk" can send icicles down your spine. Those words are never a good sign, no matter who they…
Visitation During COVID-19: TX Supreme Court Addresses Child Custody
The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, arrived in Texas during Spring Break leaving uncertainty for many parents. The Texas Standard Possession order and many custom possession orders provide parents the right to…
What are the seven grounds for divorce in the state of Texas?
If you are contemplating a divorce, your first question is probably whether you are entitled to one. While celebrity news makes it seem as though divorces are easy to come…
Christmas Custody: What is the Standard Holiday Visitation in Texas?
For many divorced or never-married parents with custody orders, dividing up the holidays can be a major source of conflict. While each court order is different, and parents are allowed…
What Are the Requirements of Texas Common Law Marriage?
Contrary to popular belief, Texas does not require a minimum number of days of living together to be considered common law married. This is just one of the few misconceptions…
