How Does Emancipation Work for Minors in Texas?

When a minor in Texas demonstrates the maturity and financial independence to manage their own affairs, the law provides a path to legal adulthood through...

Grandparents’ Rights in DFW: Securing Visitation and Custody in a Texas Court

Grandparents play a vital role in their grandchildren’s emotional and developmental lives, providing stability, guidance, and support. In Texas, however, grandparents do not automatically have...

How Long Does It Take To Get Divorced in Texas?

The average time to get divorced in Texas ranges from a few months to over a year, with a legally mandated minimum of 61 days....

What Are the Real Consequences of Adultery in a Texas Divorce?

Adultery has significant consequences in a Texas divorce, as it’s a fault ground that gives a judge the power to divide your property in a...

No Legal Separation in Texas? Here Are Your Options

Texas doesn’t have an official court-recognized status called legal separation. While you may feel caught between staying in a difficult marriage and the finality of...

Step-By-Step: What To Bring to Your First Consultation With a DFW Family Lawyer

Preparing for your first consultation with a family lawyer in Dallas–Fort Worth is crucial for ensuring a smooth process, whether you’re dealing with divorce, custody,...

Texas Divorce in the Digital Age: How Social Media and Electronic Evidence Shape DFW Family Law Cases

In modern Texas divorce cases, technology has moved to the forefront, often affecting outcomes. Whether it’s social media posts, text messages, or location data, digital...

What Documents Do I Need to File to Start a Divorce Proceeding in Texas?

Filing for divorce can be one of the most emotionally and legally overwhelming steps you’ll ever take. If you’re unsure where to start, you’re not...

Who Gets the House?

By Teresa Sanchez, Managing Attorney of the Family Law Department Who gets the house? is one of the most common questions asked in divorce proceedings. This blog looks...

2024 Texas Family Law Update

What Recent Changes Mean for Divorce and Custody Cases The Texas Legislature has devoted a substantial amount of time and effort to the revision of...

Lifetime Alimony in Texas

Alimony, spousal support, or maintenance, as it is called in Texas, provides vital financial assistance to a spouse after a divorce. There are multiple types...

Payment of Child Support in Texas

Can Child Support Be Paid Directly to the Custodial Parent? Can a Non-Custodial Parent Make Payments in Cash? When couples divorce in Texas, ensuring the...