Making the decision to adopt a child is a wonderful way to help a child have a stable home. When you make this decision, you have to be sure that you meet the requirements of the applicable laws so that the adoption can move forward without any obstacles. The adoption...
Year: 2017
Should you use your spouse’s texts in your divorce?
In a divorce, anything you say may be used against you, whether it's on Facebook, Twitter, email or text. Since we do so much communication via social media these days, we often don't realize how much of a digital footprint we leave. Text messages are often used as...
Premarital agreements are meant to protect both parties
We recently gave you some tips for handling a prenuptial agreement. Today's tips are designed to ensure that the prenuptial agreement is valid. The last thing that you need is an issue invalidating your document just when you need it the most. We know that you might...
Prenuptial agreements must be handled properly
A prenuptial agreement is a serious document that can offer premium protection for you -- as long as it is handled properly. There are several different things that could invalidate a prenuptial agreement, so make sure that you aren't doing any of these if you are in...
Make decisions now to outline responsibilities later
Child custody cases can result in various resolutions. The important thing in these cases is that you take your child's needs into consideration so that you can do what is best for the children. You should try to get things resolved as quickly as you can so that you...
Various methods exist for child custody cases
Child custody matters are sometimes decided by the court; however, parents can work together to resolve the issues that come up. When you and your ex can work together to resolve child custody issues, you can put your child first. One of the possible ways that you can...
Know about child support cases and modifications
We recently discussed how Texas is using a new method for collecting back child support. Until the arrears are covered, the person can't get his or her registration for a vehicle. While this might seem extreme, it is imperative that parents pay their obligations for...
New Texas law has brought in over $1 million in child support
States have used various methods to incentivize parents who don't make their child support payments on time and/or in full to meet their responsibilities. Here in Texas, a program was introduced last September that denies people who are at least six months behind on...
What should I think about when I divorce my ex?
Having an idea that your marriage is ending is something that is often very difficult to deal with. Before you make the decision to file for divorce or before you answer a petition for divorce, you should understand exactly what a divorce can do and what it can't...
Make a plan for what happens if the marriage doesn’t work out
Before you get married, you have a lot of things to think about. One of these things is how you are going to protect yourself and your assets just in case the marriage doesn't work out. While that might not be one of the most pleasant things to imagine, it is vital...