What Documents Are Filed to Start a Divorce? The Pleadings Required to Initiate a Marital Dissolution Your marriage has ended and there’s no reasonable expectation of reconciliation. It’s time to file for divorce and get on with your life. How do … [Read more...]
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 and assets. Parties may have an emotional attachment to certain assets or dispute the value … [Read more...]
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 than child custody and visitation for divorced parents. With recommendations from the Centers for … [Read 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 of more than 210,000 people, leaving 30 million people on unemployment, and leading to … [Read more...]
COVID-19 & Child Visitation
I'm Keith Spencer, a board-certified family law attorney with Bailey and Galyen. As the pandemic continues to grip our country, many parents are confused about how to handle the constant changes that were never contemplated in their custody … [Read more...]
Family Law COVID-19 Updates
I'm attorney Keith Spencer, speaking to you from home as we all seek to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Many of you have questions regarding the status of Court proceedings during this quarantine. In a word, most have been … [Read more...]
Grandparents’ Rights
I'm Keith Spencer. A Board Certified family law attorney with Bailey & Galyen. Grandparents are frequently the most stabilizing forces in a child's life. This is especially true when the biological parents are unable to meet the needs of … [Read more...]
Premarital Agreements
I'm Keith Spencer. A Board Certified family law attorney with Bailey & Galyen. I office in the Bedford office of the DFW Metroplex. Every marriage will eventually end. Either by death or divorce. It's a fact. It's only sensible to plan for that … [Read more...]
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 are extremely complex and emotionally challenging. Everything you hold dear are on the line. Your … [Read more...]
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 are extremely complex and emotionally challenging. Everything you hold dear are on the line. Your … [Read more...]
Choosing an Attorney
What to Look for When Choosing An Attorney Choosing an attorney can be a difficult decision. Unless you have a referral from a trusted source, it is hard to gauge a lawyer's abilities and experience. Here are some … [Read more...]
What is the Discovery Process During a Family Law Case?
What Is Discovery Process in Texas Family Law? A common hurdle in getting a fair settlement in a Texas divorce is determining the value of the couple's assets and liabilities and the amount of their current income. As many people know, each spouse … [Read more...]