Divorce

In Texas, you can be divorced based on fault of one or both of the parties, or you can be divorced without assigning a fault basis for the divorce. This is known as “no-fault”. When you have questions regarding grounds

  Postnuptial agreements are contracts signed after marriage, but are otherwise similar in content and contour to prenuptial agreements. Postnuptial agreements in Texas help couples plan for their marital future and in case of divorce. Although some couples view postnups

What is a standing order? Standing Orders were implemented by a significant number of counties in Texas over 10 years ago to decrease the amount of Temporary Restraining Orders that were being filed in non-emergent cases. Most of the Standing

  There are numerous fault grounds for filing for divorce in Texas. These include: Spouses can also be divorced on a no fault basis such as “insupportably” as well. That is the Texas version of irreconcilable differences that everyone has

Discovery is a formal exchange of information between the parties regarding the evidence and witnesses each side plans to present at trial. In Texas, the discovery process is meant to expedite litigation and encourage parties to reach a settlement before

Substance abuse and addiction are common catalysts for divorce. Living with a partner who is abusing drugs or alcohol can take a major emotional and financial toll. This is especially true when children are involved. Sometimes the situation deteriorates to

Spousal maintenance is often mistakenly referred to as alimony in Texas. While similar, they are vastly different. In Texas, alimony is contractual in nature and can only be obtained through the agreement of the parties. Spousal maintenance is a legal

The amount of alimony paid is referred to as spousal support. The court determines the length of time and the amount of money that one spouse needs to pay to the other spouse. Alimony is given to help give the

Two Points of Discussion – How to Change in Tax Law Impacts Divorce in 2019 With the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act being passed in Congress last December, there have been many questions raised about how it will affect the

Drug and alcohol testing are a subject most of the population is familiar with today. Employment can often hinge on a positive or negative test result. Within the media, we have heard about failed drug tests by famous athletes or