It’s important to remember that divorce isn’t always just about two adults ending a marriage. It’s also often about children. As parties are divorcing, it’s important to remember the needs to the kids, too, and focus on what makes the most sense for them moving forward. A large part of this is finding clear answers…

It is always beneficial to familiarize yourself with some of the legal jargon you will hear if you find yourself involved in litigation. And perhaps one of the first things you might ask is, “What is the difference between Plaintiff and Defendant?” In civil proceedings such as personal injury cases, breach of contract disputes, negligence,…

You’re a few days shy of closing on the sale of your old home. The process has been smooth up to this point, and you’re already getting phone calls from the title office to schedule an official closing date and time that works for you and the buyer. There’s just one problem: the buyer has…

Imagine that you filed a lawsuit against someone for breach of contract. You fully expect them to show up to court and argue their side, but surprisingly, they don’t show. What now? Well, not only could that person face severe consequences for not following a court order, but you can now request what is known…

One of the biggest benefits of a pre-marital agreement, also known as a prenup, is that by creating one and signing it, potential disputes between you and your soon-to-be spouse can be resolved and potentially avoided entirely before tying the knot. This is especially true if the relationship were to end in divorce. So, naturally,…

A last will and testament is a legal document that spells out your final wishes and gives you control over how your assets are distributed to your beneficiaries upon your death. So in a perfect scenario, your will is submitted for probate upon your death, and everything you’ve outlined is honored — right down to…

Let’s say you had a last will and testament drafted 12 years ago. At the time, you were newly married, and you and your spouse didn’t have much to your name. But you had a new house and career and felt like it was the grown-up thing to do to give your family and each…

Like many homeowners, you probably bought your house with the intention of living in it for as long as you want. But here you are, receiving a notice stating that your property will soon be seized through Texas condemnation law. In other words, it’s being taken away from you. But how could this be? You…

Despite the drama unfolding on television, many legal disputes can be resolved quickly and amicably without going to court. Mediation is one of the more recognized types of alternative dispute resolutions. Still, it is far from the only option available, depending on the type of dispute you find yourself in. A perfect example is arbitration.…

For those who wish to start a business correctly and legally, one entity type that’s very popular and worth considering is an S Corporation or S Corp. But what does this mean exactly? And what benefits are unique to this entity type? These are common questions our team at Christman Attorneys, fields all the…