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A Texas divorce can trigger numerous types of disputes. Many couples have young children, which means that they must negotiate custody arrangements. Sometimes, there are financial support matters to handle as well. Not every couple needs to reach a custody arrangement...
The division of marital property is often one of the biggest challenges during a Texas divorce. While Texas is a community property state, the division of resources is not necessarily fast and easy. The Texas community property rules do not always require an even...
There are many scenarios in which Texas families may need to pursue legal guardianship on behalf of a loved one. Sometimes, a young adult with special needs is about to turn 18 and would no longer be subject to family oversight and protection. Other times, challenges...
Most heirs and beneficiaries have to wait to receive an inheritance after a loved one passes away. Unless someone will receive an account through a transfer-on-death designation or assets distributed by a trust, resources typically need to pass through probate court...
Your loved one made a will and gave you a copy – but they put their original document “somewhere safe.” Unfortunately, they never told anybody where the original document could be found, and that has left you in a fix because you need that document for the probate...
When a married couple in Texas decides to divorce, maintenance could be one of the issues they need to address. Spousal maintenance is the term for financial support provided for one spouse by the other. Other states call such payments alimony or spousal support....
Parents may spend weeks or months negotiating, litigate in court or attend mediation to arrive at an arrangement for shared custody. Once a judge reviews and approves a custody order, parents have an obligation to follow that order and cooperate with one another to...
Whether you call it “spousal support” or “alimony,” spousal maintenance payments from one ex-spouse to the other after a divorce can be a hot-button issue for both parties. One usually feels that they’re being asked to give too much, while the other may feel that...
Most people imagine living independently well into their golden years, but that dream isn't achievable for everyone. Some people will eventually require support from family members or professionals due to medical challenges and declining cognitive function as they...
You get divorced, and you and your spouse cannot determine on your own how you want to share custody of your children. You go to court, and a ruling is made. The court provides an order that you both have to follow, stipulating how you are supposed to share custody....
