Google has become the go-to source for information on just about everything, including legal issues. While it may seem like a convenient and cost-effective option to search for legal advice online, it can be very dangerous. Here's why. One of the … [Read more...]
We have your best interests in mind at Bailey & Galyen
Earlier today, a woman came in with a three-month-old baby. She wanted to establish custody, visitation, and child support. She had the option to pay me several thousand dollars to handle these matters or to go to the attorney general's office and … [Read more...]
Child Custody Cases in Texas
No-Fault Divorce in Texas
Marriages end for a variety of reasons—infidelity, abuse and substance abuse are common causes of divorce. But sometimes, it’s just a consequence of growing apart, and it can be difficult to identify a reason. Fortunately, in Texas, as in all other … [Read more...]
Family Law Mediation & Settlements
I'm attorney Keith Spencer, a Board Certified Family Law Attorney with Bailey & Galyen. I have been a trial lawyer for over 30 years and I have learned that most disputes are better solved outside the courthouse. Today most cases are solved through … [Read more...]
The Pandemic Has Caused Backlogs Through 2023
I'm Keith Spencer a Board Certified Family Law attorney with Bailey & Galyen. The pandemic has caused a significant backlog in the courts, many courts are setting final trials for 2023. That makes mediation and settlement even more import avenues to … [Read more...]
Texas Courts are Starting to Relax on COVID Restrictions
I'm Keith Spencer, a family law attorney with Bailey & Gaylen. As we slowly emerge from the pandemic lockdown, the courts are starting to relax a few more restrictions on courtroom hearings and in person testimony. Although the Texas Supreme Court … [Read more...]
Divorce
People contemplating a divorce would be well-advised to take stock of their current circumstances and evaluate whether they are in a position to proceed. A divorce is very disruptive to your life. It will affect your living arrangements, … [Read more...]
Remote Hearings & Trials
I'm attorney Keith Spencer, a board certified family law attorney with Bailey and Galyen. Most courts today are conducting hearings and trials via media platforms such as Zoom these days instead of in person proceedings. But make no mistake, these … [Read more...]
Supreme Court of Texas: New Rules Regarding Lawsuits, Divorces and Other Legal Proceedings
The Supreme Court of Texas has adopted new rules regarding lawsuits, divorces, and other legal proceedings filed after January 1, 2021. Effective immediately, parties to litigation in Texas are under a requirement to provide each other with a wide … [Read more...]
