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Texas Modifications of Custody, How to Proceed
In Texas, an order relating to a parent child relationship means an order that deals with the management of child, possession and
Texas Divorces: Separate Property & Community Property
What is Separate Property in Divorce? In Texas, Separate Property is property that you already owned prior to the marriage, what you
What Happens With the Tax Return In a Texas Divorce?
The Texas Family Code characterizes and presumes that any income or debt that occurs during the marriage is community property. That means
Texas Divorces; Community Property Versus Separate Property
Division of Assets Must Be Fair Texas Court presumes that all property is community property in a divorce unless there is clear
Uncontested Divorces in Texas; How to Get a Divorce Done Right
Texas divorces are not always simple. A do-it-yourself divorce can result in an improper divorce that is not valid. There are five
Holiday Season Possession and Access in Texas Family Law Cases
Texas Standard Possession Orders relating to minor children that are subject to a Texas Family Law case are often in dispute during
Texas Applications for Protective Orders and Temporary Restraining Orders in Family Law Cases
Family Violence under Chapter 71 of The Texas Family Code covers threats of physical harm, assault, or sexual assault by one member
Texas Divorces, Cheaters, Alcoholics, and Family Violence; What Can You Do?
Texas divorces do provide a right to request the court to find that the marital partner is at fault for a divorce.
Modification of Custody in Texas for Children 12 Years of Age or Older
In Texas, The Texas Family Code takes into consideration the age of the child in terms of modification of custody when the
Who Gets the House in a Divorce? Navigating Property Division in Texas
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally charged process, especially when it comes to dividing property. One of the most significant assets
Can a Biological Parent Stop an Adoption in Texas
A biological parent can sometimes prevent an adoption, but an objection does not decide every case. The answer depends on the parent’s
Voluntary Relinquishment of Parental Rights in Texas
Voluntary relinquishment of parental rights in Texas involves a formal affidavit that may be used to obtain a court order ending the
How to Start the Adoption Process in Texas
Start the Texas adoption process by identifying the type of adoption you are considering and gathering the records that show the child’s
Denied Visitation in Texas: Enforcement or Modification—and What Changed in 2025
A practical guide to choosing the remedy that fits the order, the evidence, and the child’s future. The short answer When court-ordered
Texas Divorce and Custody Mediation: What to Expect and How to Prepare
How informed preparation can reduce unnecessary conflict and turn workable terms into a durable agreement. How Mediation Works Mediation is a structured
What Texas Senate Bill 870 Changed About Child Support Administration
As of September 1, 2023, Texas child support law changed with the enactment of Senate Bill 870, 88th Texas Legislature. Unlike a
What Does ‘The Best Interest of the Child’ Mean in Texas?
How Texas Courts Determine the Best Interest of the Child In Texas, the best interest of the child is the court’s primary
Three Mistakes to Avoid Before Filing for Divorce in Texas
One of the first questions prospective clients ask is, “What should I do before I file for divorce?” Every family is different, but
How High-Conflict Divorce Can Affect Children
Building a Future Children Can Live In A recent article published by the U.S. Census Bureau highlighted research examining the long-term effects
How Do Child Custody Modification Work in Texas?
One of the most common questions parents ask is “whether custody orders can be changed after a divorce or SAPCR (Suit Affecting