Child Custody
Understanding Your Rights and Duties as a Parent During Divorce
This article provides an overview of your rights and duties as a parent both during and after your divorce. Certain
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Divorce
Can (and Should) I Change My Name as Part of My Divorce?
The short answer is yes – if you wish to reclaim your maiden name or a name from a prior
Smith County Announces Changes to Court Procedures During COVID-19 Outbreak
On March 17, 2020, Smith County announced the following changes to court procedures in response to the COVID-19 outbreak: JURY
Child Custody
The Basics of Child Custody
This article provides a high level overview of the basic issues involved in child custody for both divorces and other family law matters in Texas.
What To Do After You Are Served With A Divorce Petition
Unexpectedly being served with a divorce petition is difficult. You are faced with the loss of a relationship that you
Property Division
What Is A Just and Right Division of Property In Divorce?
This article provides an overview of the general rule for dividing property in a Texas divorce as well as a
Modification
What Is A Material and Substantial Change In Circumstances to Modify Child Custody In Texas?
A parent or child’s circumstances will often change after a court issues an order on child custody. Maybe you have
Divorce
Here Is What You Need to Know If You Are Thinking About Divorce
If you found this page, then you are probably going through a very difficult time and contemplating divorce from your
Child Custody
Does My Child Get To Decide Which Parent They Will Live With?
Child custody is a contentious issue in any divorce. One of the more common myths I hear from prospective divorce
Child Support
2019 Increase to Texas Child Support Cap On Net Resources
The Texas Attorney General’s Office announced the new Texas child support cap earlier this year. Effective September 1, 2019, Texas
Divorce
Key Tax Issues In Divorce
It is critical to consider taxes when evaluating the terms property division terms of any divorce decree. This article discusses
Modification
Can I Modify My Child Custody Order After Divorce?
Yes – you can seek to modify the child custody (possession) portion of your final decree of divorce after your