When you realized your marriage was ending, your first thought wasn’t about the house or the retirement account—it was about your 1967 Camaro SS. You bought the classic car during the marriage and lovingly restored it to mint condition. Now, you are facing the unsettling possibility that this prized collectible might end up as just…

A trust is a legal instrument that controls property or assets for the benefit of another party. Families often set them up for estate planning to protect wealth, pass down property, or manage funds for children or future generations. But once divorce enters the picture, things can start to get murky. This begs the question:…

Choosing the right lawyer for a child custody case isn’t just about finding a person with an office that has a law degree hanging on the wall—it’s about finding someone who gets you, who understands your family’s unique situation, and who knows how to navigate the emotional weight of it all. It’s not a job…

You weren’t sure what to do when your loved one started forgetting to pay her bills and missing doctor’s appointments. She was still sharp in conversation—telling stories, making jokes—but handling her day-to-day responsibilities had become too much. You kept hearing terms like guardianship and conservatorship, but nobody could explain the difference in plain English. Turns…

When you are going through a divorce, advice will come from everywhere. Friends, family, coworkers, and even strangers will offer “well-meaning” advice. While some of it may be helpful, much of it can do more harm than good. Divorce is deeply personal, and what worked for someone else may not be the right approach for…

Since you and your spouse decided to divorce, your spouse seems to have declared war on you. They have become hateful and vengeful toward you and have taken an attitude of victory at all costs. Kindness and consideration are off the table. As they spew their venom at you, you find it more challenging to…

Terminating parental rights is one of the most serious and final decisions a parent or the Court can make. Whether it was done voluntarily, by a court order, or as part of an adoption or custody agreement, some parents wonder if it might be possible to undo that decision. Can you regain your parental rights,…

You never thought you’d be in this position—sitting at the kitchen table, running the numbers on a notepad, and figuring out if you can afford to keep the house. The same house where the two of you had celebrated birthdays, painted the nursery, and argued over the best spot for the Christmas tree. Since your…

You are sitting in your office when someone you do not know enters unannounced. He hands you a piece of paper and informs you that you have been served. He further explains that you have been issued a Child Support Citation and must appear in family court. Your first inclination may be to wad up…

Going through a divorce is emotionally exhausting, but what if your spouse’s actions go beyond the typical stress of separation? In Texas, it may be possible to sue for emotional distress in certain circumstances. However, the legal process for a claim of this kind can be tricky. You should understand how Texas courts address such…