The short answer is no, you may not revoke the other parent’s custody rights with the child if do not pay child support in Texas. I’ll explain in more detail below but note first that this issue is not limited to divorce cases in Texas. For example, child support and custody may be determined through […]
Bryan Willis is a divorce and family lawyer in Tyler, Texas. You should not rely on any content on this website as legal advice.
Does No Fault Divorce Bar an Unequal Property Division in Texas?
The short answer is no – asking for a no fault divorce does not prevent a spouse from also seeking a disproportionate share of the marital estate as I explain in more detail below. Texas is a No Fault Divorce State Texas is a no fault divorce state which means that you do not have […]
Divorce Concerns For High Net Worth Couples
When a couple with a high net worth files for divorce in Texas a number of unique issues and concerns often arise. This articles highlights some of the issues and concerns that frequently arise in a divorce involving high net worth couples. Existence of Martial Property Agreements A divorce involving a high net worth couple […]
How Do I Keep My Spouse Out Of The House During Our Divorce?
One of the biggest initial concerns when you file for divorce is how to keep your spouse out of the house until the divorce is final. There are a lot of good reasons to be concerned about this. At best, living in the same house with your spouse while you are getting divorced could lead […]
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 marriage then you should do it as part of your divorce. Texas law provides that: In a decree of divorce or annulment, the court shall change the name of a party specifically requesting the change […]
Getting Organized For Your Divorce
I recently wrote an article discussing How to Prepare Yourself For Divorce that focused on preparing yourself mentally and physically for the divorce. This article discusses how to get organized for your divorce so that you have the best outcome possible. The Importance of Getting Organized Any lawyer will tell you that an organized client […]
Preparing Yourself For Your Divorce
This article isn’t about the law. It isn’t about the divorce process. It isn’t about dividing your property or child custody. This article is about you and making sure that you are truly prepared when you make the decision to seek a divorce from your spouse. The Importance of Preparing Yourself Divorce is hard. Especially […]
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 rights are vested in a parent regardless of custody decisions in a divorce and others may be modified by the divorce decree. In addition, certain rights may be exercised independently, only upon agreement of the […]
General Rules for Spousal Maintenance in a Texas Divorce
This article provides an overview of the general rules that govern a spouse’s eligibility for spousal maintenance, factors affecting the award of spousal maintenance, and the amount of spousal maintenance in a Texas divorce. No Alimony Texas is a “no alimony” state. This is a public policy that is important to keep in mind when […]
General Rules for Child Support in a Texas Divorce
This article provides an overview of the rules governing child support in a Texas divorce case. It touches on subjects such as the duty to support, calculating child support based on statutory guidelines, basis for deviating from statutory guidelines, as well as medical and dental support. You can read more Details About Child Support. You […]