You’re in the middle of a difficult divorce. Emotions are running high, and then, out of the blue, you’re served with a protective order. Shocked and confused, you read through the document only to insist the accusations are false. You’ve never acted violently or threatened your spouse or the kids, yet here you are. Facing…

Maintaining good records is essential when facing any legal dispute, especially during a turbulent divorce or child custody dispute. After all, accurate documentation helps protect your rights, clarify important issues or conflicts throughout the case, and give your family law attorney all the ammunition they need to support your claims. Moreover, good records such as…

Your former spouse has informed you that they’re moving out of state because of a new job opportunity—and they’re taking your child with them. Suddenly, panic sets in. Since they are the custodial parent, you’re worried that there isn’t much you can do to stop them. You also think about all the moments you’ve shared…

Not every divorce process is contentious. Both parties can often remain amicable and move on with visions of brighter futures ahead. That said, plenty more couples will never see eye to eye and face a rockier road to recovery, and their relationships are marked by intense conflict. When children are part of that mix, one…

For many clients who wish to end their marriage, divorce isn’t enough. They genuinely believe they have been wronged during the relationship—sometimes time and time again—and have seen their life and mental stability spiral out of control. As a result, they come to us wanting nothing more than to sue their spouse for emotional distress.…

Many couples planning to get married choose to sign a pre-marital agreement to avoid future disputes, concerns, obligations, etc., between themselves and their soon-to-be spouse. The natural inclination is to include as much as possible, thinking these documents are designed to cover every possible circumstance. The reality is that pre-marital agreements aren’t a catch-all document,…

No matter how smoothly you intend for your divorce process to go, choosing to end your marriage when you have children adds another layer of complications. This is especially true regarding child custody and visitation, as each decision moving forward must be in the child’s best interests. If at least one parent poses a risk,…

While it doesn’t happen often, many people who find themselves in emotionally charged divorce cases might feel the urge to lie or slightly exaggerate specific facts or produce falsified documentation in an attempt to tip the scales in their favor. This begs the question: what might happen if you lie in court? While you may…

You’re sitting in a family courtroom for a child custody hearing, and your stomach is in knots as you recall the drug test you took just a few days earlier. A mistake could jeopardize your relationship with your child, and you wonder, “What if I lose child custody if I fail a drug test?” The…

When a couple with young children gets divorced, the question of how to continue covering daycare expenses often arises. After all, one parent might rely on daycare to keep their job, while the other wonders how daycare costs fit into child support payments. Many parents ask, “Is daycare included in child support in Texas?” Whether…