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We commonly encounter clients who have a misconception that having equal possession time with the children always results in no child support being owed by either party. However, 50/50 possession is rarely ordered by the Court in a contested proceeding. Further, in our experience, when the Court imposes a 50/50 possession schedule in Travis County, […]
At some point, almost every one of our child custody clients wants to discuss the idea of “50/50 custody.” We often find that what the client means by “custody” is different from what we family law attorneys understand the term to entail. Much of the confusion stems from the client not distinguishing between the two […]
Most people think of end-of-life planning as just a will: a simple, single document that distributes their worldly possessions. But it can (and should) contain more. First-most, you consider having powers of attorney and advance healthcare directives in place. In Texas, you’ll need separate documents for specific powers of attorney. A medical power of attorney […]
The court system is tricky and difficult to navigate, especially for those who have no experience with it. And when you’re in the difficult position of a divorce, you’re likely not worried about court structures and venue. However, knowing where to file for divorce is extremely important. This is because, in general, the area of […]
The discovery phase of your suit is critically important. It is very common for clients involved in lawsuits to view the discovery process as a pointless waste of time. In general, this is not true. Much of the evidence that is gathered is, in fact, necessary moving forward toward resolution of your case. While the […]
As discussed in our post about where to file a petition for divorce, Texas venue and jurisdiction laws can be very difficult to navigate. Similar issues can be found in laws regarding original suits affecting the parent-child relationship (also known as SAPCRs). Persons wishing to file a SAPCR must deal with more complex language and […]
A common question asked by individuals seeking a divorce is whether they can legally dissolve the marriage while still living together. The short answer is yes, because Texas law does not require the couple to separate before or during divorce proceedings. Indeed, a divorce may be finalized while the couple is still living together in […]
Mediation has a positive reputation in the legal community, and for good reason. Trials are extremely stressful, costly, and time-consuming. There’s a great deal of uncertainty, and many clients find it difficult to confront their spouses on the witness stand. On the other hand, mediation provides a calm environment where the parties and their attorneys […]
You don’t have to do this alone. Our office recognizes the unique challenges faced by transgender Texans, and our goal is to help you navigate these complex legal processes. If you’d like a free 30 minute consultation, you’re welcome to call our office or send a message through our website to schedule a meeting so […]
As mentioned in our Trans Rights & Texas Family Law post, Second-Parent Adoption is a tool utilized by LGBT couples in order to ensure that they have equal parental rights. Texas Law contains certain presumptions for parental rights, but these only apply to straight couples. It’s critical that a second-parent adoption takes place despite the […]
