Category Archives: Family Law
Separation causes man to take strange stand
Anybody who lives in the Taylor Lake Shores subdivision is probably aware of the 69-year-old man who set up camp in his own front yard after being kicked out by his wife. After five months on the lawn, the man has finally been forced to move on. According to the man, his name is… Read More »
Do we really need a prenuptial agreement?
Getting married is one of the greatest joys in life. On the flipside, there are not many things worse than the thought of divorce. While you hope you will remain married forever, things can happen. As a result, divorce is the only way out. To protect yourself, as well as the other party, it… Read More »
Tarrant County women divorced
Every year, thousands of couples throughout the country go through the divorce process. While there are challenges along the way, they most often pertain to the division of assets, child custody, and other similar matters. For two Tarrant County women, the legal system got in the way of their divorce. However, after nearly two… Read More »
How a grandparent can get custody of a grandchild
Many grandparents feel that it would be best for a child if they obtained legal custody. While this may be something that some consider, it is easier said than done. Generally speaking, there are two ways to get legal custody of a grandchild: — If the parent(s) of the child sign a power of… Read More »
What you need to know about a high net worth divorce
Many successful men and women face the divorce process at some point in their lives. For this reason, issues associated with a high net worth divorce come to the forefront. When a lot of money and assets are involved in a divorce, things can get messy soon enough. Both parties know that there is… Read More »
What are the most common causes of divorce?
When a happy couple gets married, they hope to stay together for the rest of their lives. Unfortunately, there are times when two people grow apart for one reason or another. If this happens, divorce is often the end result. No two couples are in the exact same position. Everybody faces relationship challenges. While… Read More »
Does Texas recognize divorces granted in foreign countries?
In many cases, yes, the state of Texas does recognize divorces that were granted in Canada, England and Mexico under the doctrine of “comity.” But what about divorces that were granted in countries where the law is inherently different than the laws of Texas? This issue was recently addressed by a Texas Court of… Read More »
Using social media during a family law matter
If you are like many Texas residents, you are active on social media. However, if you are currently involved in a divorce or another family law matter, you might want to limit your usage for a while. As we discussed in an article on our website, evidence that is gathered on social media could… Read More »
How to get a protective order in Texas
Unfortunately, abuse or family violence is somewhat common in Texas. The good news is that the court can intervene by issuing a protective order that orders the abuser to stay away from victims such as a spouse or child. If a divorce case has already been filed, then your divorce lawyer will be in… Read More »
Three common divorce myths, debunked
A popular recent article from the Huffington Post highlights some major misconceptions that many people have about divorce. Are you guilty of believing any of these divorce myths? Myth No. 1: All it takes to get divorced is signing some papers. As anyone who has gone through a divorce will tell you, it usually… Read More »
