In Texas, property division in a divorce follows the principles of community property law. This means that any property acquired by either spouse during the marriage, with a few exceptions, is considered community property and subject to division upon divorce. Property owned by a spouse prior to the marriage or acquired during the marriage by gift or inheritance is considered separate property and is not subject to division upon divorce, for example. Under Texas family law, property in a divorce is divided according to what is considered “just and right” by the court. This means that the court ..read more

The cost of a divorce in Texas can vary widely depending on several factors. It’s essential to understand that divorce costs are not fixed and can be influenced by various elements, such as the complexity of the case, whether it is contested or uncontested, attorney fees, court costs, and any additional expenses related to the divorce process. Here are some of the key cost factors to consider:  Conduct of the Spouses: In a Texas divorce, one spouse can take actions that increase the other spouse’s costs, either intentionally or inadvertently. While some of these actions might be legitima ..read more

My Spouse Just Asked For A Divorce; What Do I Do?   When a spouse asks for a divorce, it’s critical to stay level-headed and focus on what you should do next. This is undoubtedly tough to do. You may feel shocked, confused, angry, or even unsure of how to react. It is okay to slow down, and it may be best to take some time before reacting. Thompson Law is here for you, and we’ve been there for hundreds of people with their divorce.    Take The Right First Steps   When your spouse asks for a divorce, it is important to take the right next steps. While every situation is diff ..read more

How Can Thompson Law Help Me Settle My Divorce Amlicably?   A common misconception is that all divorces are expensive, long, complicated, and bitter. This is false. Many Texas divorce cases are resolved outside of court by agreement. Indeed, uncontested divorces are more common than you might think.   Whether it’s a child-related dispute, a disagreement over financial details, or strong personal feelings getting in the way, most issues in a Texas divorce can be overcome through communication and resolved by agreement outside of the courtroom. When possible, this reduces the time, exp ..read more

Prenuptial agreements are a common step before marriage in Texas. A prenuptial agreement, or prenup as they’re commonly known, is simply an agreement between partners about what happens when the marriage ends, either by divorce or death. All marriages end. As a prenup lawyer in Austin, I help an increasing number of couples make prenup agreements each year. In short, prenups help loving and committed couples retain control over their assets and personal affairs. However, there are a number of important reasons why a prenup may be right for you and your spouse. 1. Family Members Couples o ..read more

Sometimes a client doesn’t get along with their divorce attorney. Maybe the attorney isn’t returning phone calls or emails, or maybe the lawyer isn’t getting the desired results. Whatever the reason, you can change lawyers in the middle of a divorce in Texas.   Changing lawyers during the middle of a divorce case might be the right decision. However, it might not be. Before you choose to replace your divorce attorney, it is important to determine where the attorney-client relationship went wrong and whether the timing is right to switch attorneys. What is Wrong with My Divorce Lawyer? Be ..read more

Do you think your spouse has been hiding money, spending money on others, or spending money in an intentionally unreasonable way during the marriage? Have you started divorce proceedings but now you are noticing a depletion of the community funds, none of which you authorized? Thompson Law helps clients recover funds in situations like these ones, and we’re here to help you too.    During a divorce, parties may make financial transactions for their own benefit (and to harm the other spouse). These transactions can include paying off their own separate debts, transferring money to a ..read more

Divorces can be challenging, and courts can get daunting – if you’re looking to settle your divorce amicably and simultaneously out of court, you might want to seek divorce mediation or hire a divorce attorney.  What Is Divorce Mediation? Mediation is an out-of-the-court dispute settlement process in which a neutral third person, named the ‘mediator,’ helps both of the parties to reach a mutually agreed-upon conclusion to their disputes.  In divorce mediation, the mediator helps two spouses settle matters concerning their marriage, such as child custody and support, dividing of shar ..read more

A Texas CPS case can get quite complicated, especially when it occurs alongside a divorce. By now, you should have been contacted by CPS (typically by phone) which means you need to place a call to an experienced CPS attorney immediately. They will work with you through all this entire process and give you the right path to take based on the unique details of your situation. Here are some critical variables to keep in mind as the case moves forward. Statewide Intake specialists classify cases based on the severity of the alleged abuse or neglect. Priority One Intake (P1) cases  ..read more

Remember the hypothetical family in the “vodka tonic incident” outlined in our last post? Fast forward to the aftermath. After that night, the couple decides to get divorced. However, the wife also calls Child Protective Services, who investigates and opens a case. Both parents are parties to the case, and the husband is CPS’ initial target (the “offending parent”). The wife (the “non-offending parent”) also calls the police, and they, along with the district attorney’s office, investigate and file charges. The husband is then indicted for felony injury to a child and charged with misdem ..read more