Category Archives: Divorce
Arbitration in Divorce Proceedings
Deciding to dissolve a marriage is a difficult and emotional time for all parties involved in a marriage. Entering a divorce decree can take months of negotiation and court proceedings in order to come to a mutual understanding. Family law courts are constantly flooded with overbooked dockets and overworked judges who simply do not… Read More »
Prenuptial Agreements
What Exactly is a Prenuptial Agreement? Getting engaged to be married is supposed to be one of the happiest and most exciting times in a couple’s relationship. There are many things to consider before the marriage occurs, such as where you will move, how your bank accounts will be managed going forward, if a… Read More »
Child Support Payments While Incarcerated
Incarceration plays a substantial role in the lives of many families in the state of Texas. Statistics report that 143,000 individuals are currently incarcerated in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. There are many uniques issues and concerns that arise when one parent is sentenced to incarceration, including child custody, visitation, and in… Read More »
The Presence of Bigamy In Texas Divorces
While marriage is a strong bond, there are still some elements that can greatly affect these conditions. Bigamy is one condition that can terminate a marriage. Bigamy refers to situations where: (1) a first valid marriage was entered into by the accused spouse prior to the marriage in question, and (2) the bigamist was… Read More »
Domestic Violence As Cause For a Houston Divorce
In many states, domestic violence is recognized as a ground for divorce in Houston. In other states, like Mississippi, domestic violence is not recognized as grounds for divorce in the state. A recent effort to add domestic abuse as a ground for divorce was recently denied by Senate in the state of Mississippi. More… Read More »
The Effect Of Drug And Alcohol Use On Custody Determinations
Actors Brad Pitt and actress Angelina Jolie have reached a temporary conclusion over custody of the couple’s children. The couple appears to have agreed to a deal proposed by the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services. Both Jolie and Pitt have agreed to go through individual counseling sessions. Pitt has also… Read More »
Hiring A Private Investigator In A Texas Divorce
In an increasing number of divorces, private investigators are playing a significant role. While these investigators were once used to establish the grounds for a divorce, private investigators now prove particularly helpful in issues concerning child support and asset determinations. Roles Of A Private Investigator Private investigators use a variety of methods to obtain… Read More »
The Role Of Protective Orders In Texas
While many divorces feature heightened emotions, some divorces can also result in violence occurring between family members. In these situations, an experienced family law lawyer can prove essential in filing a protective order to help keep individuals safe. When these types of situations occur, individuals frequently benefit and are able to stay safe by… Read More »
Recent Child Custody Reforms
Several decades ago, courts of law who heard divorce cases automatically assigned primary custody of the child or children in question to the mother while fathers were given visitation rights. An increasing number of courts today, however, recognize the importance that both parents play in a child’s development and have changed child custody law… Read More »
The Division Of Digital Assets In A Houston Divorce
Many Houston couples in the midst of a divorce are aware that marital property like homes, stocks, and money will be subject to property division. In addition to these tangible objects, however, many divorcing couples also own digital assets with significant value that should also be considered at the time of divorce. These digital… Read More »
