Providing for children is a matter Texas law takes very seriously, so a parent under a child support order cannot seek a modification for just any reason. However, sometimes major life events happen and necessitate a change in support. According to state law, a...
Divorce
How to handle the mortgage in a Texas divorce
When your Texas marriage ends, you need to sort through numerous matters, and one such matter involves figuring out how to handle your shared assets and debts. For many former couples, the home they once shared is their most valuable asset. If you still have a...
What makes a parent unfit for child custody?
Though the courts may consider it in the child's best interests to maintain contact with both parents, there are situations when the court awards sole custody of your child to one parent. In these cases, the court deems one parent unfit to maintain conservatorship of...
Should you keep an eye on your spouse’s digital wallet?
Digital wallets have been around for years, but it was not until recently that they began taking off in the mainstream. They have many useful purposes, but at the same time, they see a lot of use in criminal cases. This can include the possibility of seeing them used...
Can you modify property division after a divorce?
During your divorce, you must come to an agreement on a range of important topics. One of the most complex is property division. You must first make sure to carefully divide the property into that which you each own separately and that which you own together. Then you...
Can you make long distance co-parenting work?
Not every divorced couple has the ability to continue living in the same area. Many parents will move on to find better work, and their new jobs could bring them to a different city or even a different state. Others remain in the military and must continue to follow...
Child support and visitation rights
If you are a parent in the early stages of getting a divorce, or you have already ended your marriage and you have kids, you may need to go over various legal topics regarding child support as well as visitation. Whether you are a custodial parent who receives support...
Prepare for post-divorce life as you enter property division
Over the course of your marriage, you and your spouse may have accumulated significant assets and enjoyed a comfortable lifestyle. Property division may upset some of your post-divorce expectations, so it is best to prepare realistically for the next stage of your...
Modifying your child support order
If you have to pay child support, there are various challenges that could come up in your life, such as losing your job or suffering an unexpected medical crisis. Sometimes, these hardships interfere with a parent's ability to continue paying child support. However,...
Protective orders and child custody
A divorce is always stressful, no matter the circumstances. However, when domestic violence is the reason for the split, more rules and more emotions become involved. They can affect the outcome of the divorce settlement, whether it pertains to spousal support, child...