Texas couples would like to think that their marriages will last. However, many of them end up getting a divorce. If you and your spouse have called it quits, you will want to know what happens when you have to divide your property as part of your divorce settlement....
Family Law
Texas mediation process: How it works and what to expect
The Texas family judicial system offers a mediation program. Sometimes, it's court-ordered; other times, parties request access to the service. Regardless of how you end up on the mediation route, there's a standard process to complete. What is mediation? Mediation is...
Changing a custody order within a year in Texas
A lot can change after your divorce in Texas, forcing you to amend your child custody and visitation order. Provided that the Texas court allows you to change your custody order after a year, what can you do if the matter can't wait a year? Read on to find out more....
What constitutes separate property in Texas?
Marriage is often about sharing, and when two Texas residents decide to wed, they may agree to share the property and assets that they acquire during their lives together. When married people acquire property, it is usually considered community property under Texas...
Can I get custody if I am not the child’s parent?
The custody process can be complex, emotional and confusing. One of the most common questions asked is if someone besides the child’s parent can ask for custody. This is particularly true in the case of grandparents, who often play a major role in the lives of their...
How to divide a family business in a divorce
Married couples in Texas acquire various assets throughout their marriages. They may have homes, vehicles, checking and savings accounts, retirement accounts and other assets. They also earn income from their jobs during the marriage. Other people may be self-employed...
Helping a spouse come to terms with a divorce
When one is beginning to think about divorce, one has likely been unhappy in their marriage for years, perhaps, decades. But, that does not mean that the other spouse feels the same. In many marriages, what works well for one spouse does not work well for the other....
Basic facts for you to know about child custody in Texas
Parents who divorce are naturally concerned about what their relationship with their child will look like moving forward. They want to spend as much time as possible with their child and raise their child in a way they seem fit, while still allowing their child to...
Child custody and domestic violence allegations
Relationships end for many reasons; however, some marriages come to a halt because of abuse. These are very difficult and emotional matters, as domestic violence allegations can bring about many complexities to the divorce process. When children are involved, this can...
Music mogul Scooter Braun divorces wife of seven years
Music industry leviathan Scooter Braun has officially divorced his wife of seven years Yael Cohen. Braun manages the likes of Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato and more. Ms. Cohen is a philanthropist and the daughter of South African mining magnate David...