Family Law

Spousal maintenance, of alimony, can be a hot button issue during divorce. For that reason, it is helpful for divorcing spouses to know how spousal maintenance is determined in Texas. Either spouse can make a request for spousal maintenance and the spouses can agree...

It is hard to go through a divorce. A divorce marks the end of a relationship, and even if that relationship was strained at its end, it likely began as something special. When Texas residents choose to terminate their legal martial unions through divorce, they may...

Child custody is determined by a host of factors that are evaluated by the family law court. Divorcing couples should be familiar with these child custody factors and how they can impact their child custody arrangement. How child custody is determined in Texas Child...

A messy divorce is an emotional nightmare for anyone in the Rockwall area, and if there are children involved, emotions can run even higher. After all, both parents often want to play a significant role in their child’s life post-divorce, leading to contentious child...

With back-to-school season right around the corner, it’s safe to assume that you have a lot on your mind. In addition to personally preparing your children for the new school year, you may have questions and concerns regarding child custody and visitation. As daily...

Spousal maintenance can be important to resolve during the divorce process. It can also lead to disputes which is why divorcing spouses should understand how it is determined. Either spouse may make a request for spousal maintenance, however, it may be granted only in...

Regardless of how well prepared you are, divorce will change your financial circumstances in some way, shape or form. Fortunately, when you know what to expect, you can position yourself for success post-divorce. Here are some questions you can answer to better...

Many Texans who have completed a divorce case expect their lives to become calmer and less tumultuous. Unfortunately, life is unpredictable, and unexpected life changes often occur without warning. In cases that involve minor children, one or both ex-spouses often...

Division of assets in a Texas divorce is always one of the most difficult issues to resolve, especially if one of the assets is a closely owned business that has been actively managed by both spouses. No magic formulae are available to resolve such a conflict, but...

Most Texas matrimonial attorneys believe that a properly drafted prenuptial agreement can save much stress and anger if the couple should decide to end their marriage. Generally speaking, prenuptial agreements will be enforced as written by the judge overseeing the...