Military retirement benefits represent years of dedicated service. During a divorce, those benefits become one of the most significant financial matters to resolve. For families stationed at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, understanding this process can help you...
Divorce already brings enough uncertainty without the added worry that a past conviction will follow you into the courtroom. If that concern is weighing on you, understanding how Texas courts approach this history is a useful place to begin. Criminal records and...
A custody agreement may outline where your child spends time, but the day-to-day usually depends on how you and your co-parent work together. How you handle school, activities and schedule often affect your child more than the written agreement itself. When both...
Many people assume Texas community property law means a simple 50/50 split. In high-net-worth divorces, the reality is far more complex… and far more consequential. Dissolving a marriage that involves businesses, executive compensation packages, and real estate...
Discussing a child's future in a child custody hearing is one of the most vulnerable moments a parent can experience. But “vulnerable” does not have to mean unprepared. Strengthening your case starts with gathering evidence, being firm with your testimony and keeping...
Divorce can be expensive. It can also be the result of intense financial pressure on a household. Some people file for divorce because of their spouses’ spending habits or frustration with their standard of living. Other times, the pressure of an ongoing bankruptcy...
In Texas, an arrest for domestic violence can happen quickly, sometimes just minutes after somebody calls 911. But once the handcuffs are on, a legal process starts. This is why knowing your rights is crucial to ensure that a temporary dispute does not become a...
Navigating through divorce is a challenging feat on its own, but even more so if your spouse is charged with a criminal offense while you are in the middle of your divorce proceedings. Whether the charge involved harassment, robbery or white-collar crimes, your...
When you go through a divorce in Texas, one requirement you and your ex-spouse will need to work on is a comprehensive parenting plan for your minor children. This legal agreement helps facilitate a stable routine for your children, ensuring a fair balance of...
When parents with minor children divorce or separate, they usually need to put together a parenting plan. Some parents are able to negotiate arrangements for mutual agreement and can proceed with an uncontested custody hearing. It is somewhat common for parents to...