In this post we discuss the sometimes complex terrain of ending a marriage in the Lone Star State. No matter whether this is your first encounter with Texas divorce laws or not, it is vital that you are informed about your rights as part of any proceedings that may occur.  Contested vs. uncontested divorces Divorce in Texas can be categorized into two main types: contested and uncontested. Here’s an explanation of each: Contested Divorce: Contested divorce occurs when two parties cannot come to an agreement regarding all aspects of their dissolution of marriage, leading them to court and ..read more

Have you wondered how long does it take to get child support after filing? Review this guide to fully understand the process and timeline. Texas has 1.4 divorces per 1,000 people (CDC), many involving children. If you are a Texas parent filing for child support, you may be asking, “How long does it take to get child support after filing?” The time it takes to receive child support can change due to several factors. Some of these factors you can control; others, you cannot. This article will help demystify the process, exploring the timeline of getting child support. We’ll also discus ..read more

We all know parenting is complex, and the divorce process doesn’t simplify it at all. But when you separate from your spouse, you might not realize that you must go through a court battle to get sole custody of your children. Parental rights are a crucial part of a divorce. Read on to find out what you need to do if you want to claim sole custody of your children. Sole Custody in Dallas, Texas In Texas, family courts use the term ‘conservatorships’ to refer to parties with the right to make significant decisions about a child’s life, whether educational or medical. These decisions range from w ..read more

Are you going through a divorce? Perhaps you’re looking for someone who will protect your interests and help you get a fair settlement. Or maybe you want someone to give you objective advice, keep you calm and ease your stress during a divorce. If so, it would be best to hire a great divorce lawyer to help you during this stressful moment. A good attorney will expedite your divorce process to help you save on time and money. Also, they’ll assist you in making amicable custody arrangements to ensure your children are taken good care of. More so, they use their experience to deal with the legal ..read more

In the state of Texas, 11% of marriages end in divorce. Even when a divorce is amicable, there are still myriad legalities that need to be addressed. So do you know what part the divorce decree plays in the process? Covering everything from child support to property division, this document is essential to protect your interests. Read on as we give our essential guide to a divorce decree. What Is a Divorce Decree? A divorce decree is a formal court order. It is issued at the end of divorce proceedings. The aim of it is to resolve all issues, relating to matters such as child custody and p ..read more

Often people try to settle their divorce before engaging lawyers in their case. Most are motivated to keep lawyers out of the process in order to save money, but some are also trying to be amicable so that co-parenting will be smoother and believe that lawyers will muddy the relationships. They anticipate that they will settle the case and then just hire an attorney to draft the paperwork for the settlement. While many couples are able to reach agreements on their own, few actually know what all they need to reach agreement about. Many are not good negotiators and even more make their divorce ..read more

Are you expecting to get paid alimony as a result of your divorce? Here’s what to know about (and how to fight for) alimony in Texas: 11% of Texan women are divorced, and most people assume that nearly all of them receive alimony. Yet very few of them do. This is because alimony in Texas is regulated by many laws and practices. If you’re preparing to fight for alimony, you need to know a lot of facts. What are the laws that regulate alimony? How does the court determine who pays alimony and by how much? How can you negotiate for alimony with your ex? Answer these questions and you can get ..read more

Believe it or not, a good divorce starts before it even happens. A good divorce is prepared. See the ultimate divorce checklist here. No one who gets married ever anticipates the way things might go south. The unfortunate reality is that while the divorce rate may be going down in recent years, many couples all around the country are still finding reasons to call things off. If you’re at that place in your own marriage, it might be time to start preparing a divorce checklist. Properly preparing for a divorce can make the difference between a relatively smooth uncoupling and an absolute nightma ..read more

My spouse and I agree on everything or nearly everything—do I still need a divorce attorney? Find out what’s recommended here. Do you really need a divorce attorney if you agree on everything with your spouse? You’re not required by law to have a lawyer, but you may want legal representation, even if you think you’ll have an easy, peaceful divorce with no disagreements. Divorce might seem simple if you know how you want to divide things, but it’s a complicated legal process that can be confusing if you don’t have a law background. Before you decide to go through a divorce with an att ..read more

Recently, the New York Post reported that former Alaska governor and previous Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin learned of her husband’s desire to pursue a divorce through an email she received from her husband’s attorney on June 19, 2019. However, the divorce itself was not filed by Todd Palin until almost three months after the email was sent which also was about a week after the couple’s 31st wedding anniversary. The divorce complaint alleges an “incompatibility of temperament between the parties such that they find it impossible to live together as husband and wife.” The divorce comp ..read more