How Do I Adopt My Grandchild in Texas?

The Legal Process for Adopting Your Grandchildren For many, the bond with a grandchild can be just as strong, if not stronger than that with...

Can I Change Attorneys Once My Divorce Has Started?

When Can/Should You Look for New Counsel to Handle Your Divorce? When you’re a party to a divorce, it’s important to have a lawyer who...

What Happens If There’s a Child Support Arrearage When a Child Turns 18?

Is the Child Support Order Still Enforceable? In a Texas divorce where there are minor children, the court will generally order the non-custodial parent to...

What Factors Are Considered When Determining Custody in a Texas Divorce?

Child Custody in a Texas Divorce What Courts Do and Don’t Consider When Granting Custody The determination of where a minor child will reside, and...

Is My Spouse Entitled to Half My Business in a Divorce?

How Texas Community Property Law Affects Your Business Interests One of the most challenging tasks in a divorce proceeding is the division of marital debts...

The Impact of COVID-19 on Child Visitation Schedules

Social Distancing and Access in the Midst of a Pandemic The coronavirus pandemic has touched virtually every area of our lives and perhaps none more...

Divorce Rate Climbs in Wake of Coronavirus Pandemic

Data Shows Filings Up More Than a Third Since March The Covid-19 pandemic has produced widespread consequences for America, contributing to or causing the deaths...

Divorce

I’m Keith Spencer, a Board Certified Family Law attorney with Bailey & Galyen. I office in the Bedford office of the DFW Metroplex. Divorce cases...

What Is the Discovery Process During a Family Law Case?

If you have received discovery requests or want to serve discovery requests in your divorce, please contact our attorneys to help you. If you fail...

Mediation in Family Law Matters

As I am sitting here today in mediation, it got me to thinking about what a large role it plays in family law litigation. About...

Lifetime alimony… in Texas

No, that’s not a misprint. And, while lifetime spousal support after divorce is certainly not the norm, Texas courts do have the power and authority...

Texas Family Code: New Changes Going into Effect

Recently my wife had to have dental work done. It was expensive! No… seriously… expensive. Fortunately, we have dental insurance. Otherwise, that $3,000 we paid...