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Is a Dissolution of Marriage the Same Thing as a Divorce?
In Texas, you may hear the terms “dissolution of marriage” and “divorce” used interchangeably. There is a good reason for that: A dissolution of marriage is the same thing as a divorce. It is effectively the name of the formal process through which married couples get divorced. Indeed, Texas law recognizes divorce as the… Read More »
What Goes into an Effective Parenting Plan in Texas?
Are you a parent who is divorcing or separating in Texas? You need a parenting plan. Simply described, a parenting plan is a legal document that lays out the specific rights, responsibilities, and schedules for each parent. It provides an overview of the rights and responsibilities of each parent. The goal of a parenting… Read More »
Your Guide to Acknowledgment of Paternity (AOP) in Texas
Are you an unmarried parent (or soon-to-be parent) in Texas? If so, the man in the relationship must proactively establish paternity in order to have any rights or responsibilities in regards to the child. The most straightforward way to do so is by completing a form called an Acknowledgment of Paternity (AOP). It is… Read More »
Gray Divorce in Texas: What Does it Mean for Social Security?
A recent study cited by ABC News found a significant increase in so-called “gray divorce.” That is to say people over the age of 50 are getting divorced at a much higher rate than they did in decades past. There are some unique issues that can arise in a gray divorce, including Social Security…. Read More »
What is a Standard Possession Order (SPO) in Texas?
Are you a parent going through a divorce or separation in Houston or elsewhere in Texas? You may need to work out custody as part of your case. In Texas, custody is referred to as a conservatorship. Parents who share custody rights need a time-sharing schedule. If one parent has primary physical custody of… Read More »
Can a Divorce Be Arbitrated in Texas?
Many divorcing couples are interested in finding a low-conflict, amicable solution. Only a relatively small percentage of divorces in the state are litigated. Notably, arbitration is a legally recognized option for resolving disputes in many Texas family law cases, including divorces. Here, our Houston family attorney discusses the key things that you need to… Read More »
Is it Possible to “Call-Off” a Divorce in Texas?
Are you going through the divorce process in Texas? If you and your spouse are having some second thoughts about whether it is the right time to end the relationship, you are not alone. Studies have found that as many as 20 percent of couples who start the divorce process will either abandon it… Read More »
What Do I Need to Prove to Get a Domestic Violence Protective Order in Houston?
Unfortunately, domestic violence remains a serious problem. According to the Texas Advocacy Project, an estimated one in three Texans will endure domestic abuse at some point during their life. There are legal options available to protect the victims of domestic violence. A person who has suffered abuse can seek a protective order. Here, our… Read More »
Four Things to Know Before Signing an Acknowledgment of Paternity (AOP) in Houston
Are you an unmarried man whose partner is about to or recently gave birth? You must establish paternity in order to have parental rights and parental responsibilities. As explained by the Texas Office of Attorney General, an Acknowledgment of Paternity (AOP) is a “document that allows parents who aren’t married to establish legal paternity.”… Read More »
Four Tips to Show that You Can Provide the Best Environment for Your Child
Under Texas law (Tex. Fam. Code § 153.002), the best interests of the child standard is used to resolve custody and visitation cases. The court will support the custody arrangement that is best for the health, safety, welfare, and development of the child. As a parent going through a custody case, you need to… Read More »
