When someone says they are “separated,” it simply means that they are in the process of ending their marriage. Legal separation in Texas does not exist. Unlike many other states, Texas only recognizes two marital statuses: married or divorced. While this approach to family law helps alleviate … [Read more...] about Legal Separation in Texas: Why It Doesn’t Exist and Your Alternatives
Child Support Calculations for Unemployed Parents
No matter how you plan your divorce and child conservatorship, there's always a chance that something unexpected will happen. Sudden or unplanned unemployment can completely upend a parent's plans. With job searches taking longer than ever, continuing to pay child support can become difficult. … [Read more...] about Child Support Calculations for Unemployed Parents
Divorce Challenges for Older Couples
Divorce at any stage of life can be emotionally and legally challenging. For older couples, the process comes with its own unique set of obstacles. Often referred to as "gray divorce," it highlights the specific divorce challenges for older couples. Individuals ending marriages aged 50 and older … [Read more...] about Divorce Challenges for Older Couples
Understanding the Rights of Unwed Fathers
Unmarried cohabitation and decreasing marriage rates mean that more children are born outside of marriage. Roughly 42% of all births in Texas are to unmarried women, and about 35% of those children live in a single-parent home. Understanding the rights of unwed fathers is crucial in ensuring that … [Read more...] about Understanding the Rights of Unwed Fathers
What Is A Common Law Marriage In Texas?
Many people have misconceptions about common-law marriage. Texas marriage law does recognize informal or "common law” marriage. However, specific conditions are involved to qualify as being married under common law. It’s important to understand them before assuming that your relationship is a common … [Read more...] about What Is A Common Law Marriage In Texas?
High-Conflict Divorce: Which Battles Are Worth Fighting?
For many, divorce is unhappy. Many cases are worked out amicably. But some divorces become battlefields when one or both parties become inflexible on nearly Small disagreements escalate into major battles when one party refuses to accept the marriage’s end. This is a high-conflict divorce, where one … [Read more...] about High-Conflict Divorce: Which Battles Are Worth Fighting?
Key Texas Law Changes for 2024: A Summary of the 89th Legislative Session
Family law in The Lone Star State has been updated, with changes at different times in 2024. These Texas law changes in 2024 impact divorce and child custody, simplifying some processes and improving protections. More Uncomplicated Uncoupling Divorce is difficult enough, even when it’s … [Read more...] about Key Texas Law Changes for 2024: A Summary of the 89th Legislative Session
When Does Child Support Stop?
One constant in child custody decisions is the issue of child support. This is money paid by the parent who has physical custody most of the time by the parent who does not. The funds are intended for the child’s welfare and well-being. But like alimony payments, child support is not normally a … [Read more...] about When Does Child Support Stop?
Emergency Custody: Causes and Procedures Explained by Fort Worth Experts
Parents are right to be concerned when their children are away from them after a relationship ends. This is especially true when they are unsure of the other parent’s intentions, abilities, or post-divorce circumstances. Unmarried couples must still make legal arrangements for conservatorship … [Read more...] about Emergency Custody: Causes and Procedures Explained by Fort Worth Experts
