Most people know the word "custody" in talks about divorce and children. However, in Texas, lawyers say "conservatorship" instead. This term is for decisions about kids after their parents split up. In Texas courts, you'll probably hear "conservatorship" more often. A parent is called a … [Read more...] about Understanding Conservatorship in Fort Worth Child Custody Cases
Navigating Property Division in High Net Worth Divorces
Money issues often cause big arguments in a divorce. Splitting assets and property gets tricky, especially when one spouse earns much more than the other. In Texas, having over $1 million means you have a "high net worth." This total counts all cash and property one or both partners got while … [Read more...] about Navigating Property Division in High Net Worth Divorces
Fort Worth Divorce: Steps to Protect Your Financial Interests
Financial assets are those that were acquired during the marriage period and are subject to Texas community property laws. The court uses the “just and right” principle when dividing those assets in a divorce. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean a 50/50 split. The court has some leeway to ensure … [Read more...] about Fort Worth Divorce: Steps to Protect Your Financial Interests
Understanding Divorce Mediation in Fort Worth
Whether a couple mutually decides to divorce or one party decides and moves forward, it can quickly become complicated and expensive. Property division and co-parenting schedules are just some of the issues that can stonewall the process. Many of these decisions are made by a judge who doesn’t … [Read more...] about Understanding Divorce Mediation in Fort Worth
Child Protective Services In Fort Worth
Child Protective Services (CPS) is an agency under the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) that focuses on the safety and well-being of children. Its mission is to protect children from abuse and neglect through investigations, family support services, foster care, and … [Read more...] about Child Protective Services In Fort Worth
How Fort Worth Probate Attorneys Can Ease the Probate Process
When a loved one passes, the first order of business is to handle their arrangements, such as the funeral, burial or cremation, and other plans. Once the funeral is over, the probate process can begin. Probate is a legal process and the administrative end to a person’s life. It can involve … [Read more...] about How Fort Worth Probate Attorneys Can Ease the Probate Process
Texas Divorce Mediation vs. Litigation: Choosing the Right Path
Ask any divorce attorney in the Lone Star State, and they’ll admit that litigation is expensive, especially when both attorneys are fighting each other. Beyond the high cost, litigation can also do further damage to an already fractured family relationship, for both the divorcing parents and their … [Read more...] about Texas Divorce Mediation vs. Litigation: Choosing the Right Path
Texas Divorce Laws: What To Know
The New Year leads people to make life changes. Sometimes that includes filing for divorce. In Texas, many people file for divorce and talk to attorneys about ending their marriage right after the holidays, making January popular as a “divorce month.” If a divorce is part of your New Year’s … [Read more...] about Texas Divorce Laws: What To Know
How Does Owning A Business Affect Child Support?
Texas believes both parents should contribute financially to their children’s well-being, so child support is based on the income of both parents. It’s easy when one or both parents have a “regular job” and steady employment. But when one or both parents own a business and is a self-employed … [Read more...] about How Does Owning A Business Affect Child Support?
How Paternity Affects My Child’s Inheritance
A child born in a marriage inherits from both of their parents unless they are specifically excluded. Should the parent pass without a will, or intestate, the local probate court will act as the executor and distribute assets according to Texas probate law to distribute assets from the … [Read more...] about How Paternity Affects My Child’s Inheritance