Divorce can be an emotional endeavor. And given the psychological and financial ramifications involved, it can quickly become highly contentious. If you tend to avoid confrontation, then these tense moments might drive you towards quick resolution, but doing so could...
Family Law
Child custody dispute and favorable resolutions
As a parent, you always want what is best for your child. This might feel like a simple and automatic action; however, when a divorce is looming, this can feel like a complex and difficult task. A child custody dispute can be a taxing and lengthy legal matter to...
Can I take my kid to Disney World without my ex’s consent?
It is that time of year again when we are constantly seeing advertisements for Disney World, and when they have a lot of sales on tickets, gift cards, etc. And, for parents, there is a strong desire to go, but for those that are co-parenting, do you need to get the...
Spousal maintenance in Texas
While many couples rely on income from both spouses to support their families financially, some couples choose to primarily rely on one spouse’s income. However, if the couple chooses to get a divorce, the higher-earning spouse may have an easier time maintaining the...
Co-parenting and creating a holiday schedule that works for you
The holidays are often depicted as a joyful time when we look forward to gatherings with family and friends. But for divorced parents, the joy can quickly be pulled away from this time of year when there are disagreements about the holidays and where the children will...
My soon-to-be ex is an unfit for parent
The divorce process can be a very emotional one, especially when a child custody dispute arises. However, it's crucial to fight for your right to sole custody if you believe that the other parent of your child is unsuitable to parent due to illness, drug addiction, or...
How do holidays and distance impact seeing children post-divorce?
Children and issues surrounding them are among the most difficult parts of a Texas divorce. Once the custody arrangement has been determined, the sides must then address when the noncustodial parent will have parenting time. In Texas, this is referred to as “periods...
Who is responsible for paying joint debts post-divorce?
Paying back debt is a necessary obligation for most couples in Texas. If a couple divorces, it is likely that one or the other will be assigned the responsibility of paying back joint marital debts. It is easy to assume that if you are not assigned a marital debt you...
Divorcing a pathological liar
Divorce in Texas is a complex process. There are many requirements that must be followed, and information that must be exchanged between spouses. This requires trust and the ability to communicate. Your divorce can become a nightmare if your spouse is a habitual liar....
Can a parent with a mental illness lose their custody rights?
Any child custody decisions must be based on the best interests of the child. Texas courts will consider each parent’s mental health as well as each parent’s ability to safely care for the child when making child custody decisions. Issues may arise when a parent has a...