If you and your fiance agree that a prenuptial agreement would be good for both of you, then you want to draft a contract that will stand up in court if you need it. Reaching a mutual agreement with your future spouse that a prenuptial agreement would benefit you both...
Family Law
Can a stay-at-home parent get custody?
As a stay-at-home parent, you have a good question. You want to know if you can keep custody of your child despite having stayed at home with no job over the last several years. During that time, you relied on your spouse to provide you with the support you needed....
If you get a pay cut, can you reduce spousal support?
Losing a job can make it difficult, and in some cases impossible, to pay spousal support. If you were ordered to pay support to your ex-spouse after your divorce, being unable to pay that bill may be frustrating. It could also mean that your ex-spouse will come after...
What are a grandparent’s visitation rights in Texas?
As a grandparent, one of the most terrible things to consider is the idea of not being able to see your grandchild. If your grandchild’s parents are getting a divorce, you may be concerned that your child’s spouse will take action to prevent you from seeing your...
Answers to common child support questions
Texas child support laws provide financial support for children when parents divorce or do not marry. Either parent can request child support services online, whether he or she needs to find the other parent, establish paternity, or create or enforce a child support...
Your rights if you gave up your career to take care of the family
People love to describe stay-at-home spouses like lazy freeloaders who do nothing but sip wine and watch television all day. While stay-at-home parents and homemakers do occasionally indulge in a few minutes of self care, every waking moment of their life often...
Understanding your rights as an unmarried father
Even if you are not married to your child's mother, you have rights and responsibilities as a father. However, you cannot exercise these rights unless you establish legal paternity in Texas. Learn about the process for becoming your child's father in the eyes of the...
How to run a business with your ex-spouse
In a divorce that involves a family business, you and your former spouse could end up co-owning the company. If you can make this work, it may be the best option over selling the business or trying to buy out your spouse. If you do decide to run the business together,...
What matters can you address in a parenting plan?
Are you no longer living with your child’s other parent but hoping to embark on a successful co-parenting relationship? Many people facing similar circumstances find that creating carefully thought-out parenting plans amid divorce helps them establish and maintain...
Who gets to keep a house after a divorce?
Divorces often involve disputes over numerous assets and debts, as both parties work to separate their lives. The process is often very complex, and it is important to work towards a satisfactory outcome for everyone involved. The division of a home is often a key...