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How Fault-Based Divorce Can Affect Spousal Support

December 2024

Fault-based divorce in Texas can significantly impact spousal support. Learn how proving misconduct, such as adultery or cruelty, affects the amount and duration of alimony. Explore the factors considered by courts and understand your rights when seeking or contesting spousal support in a divorce.

January 2025

Understanding Community Property in Texas: A Comprehensive Guide

Learn everything about community property in Texas, from property division during divorce to estate planning. Explore scenarios, legal insights, and tips to protect your assets effectively.

December 2024

Temporary Orders: What They Are and Why You Might Need One

Temporary orders are vital legal tools that address urgent needs like custody, support, and protection during court cases. Discover what they are, why they matter, and real-world scenarios where they’re essential. Learn how an attorney can help secure your rights today.

December 2024

Common Myths About Divorce in Texas Debunked

Uncover the truth behind common divorce myths in Texas. Learn about property division, custody battles, and more, as we debunk misconceptions with real-life examples and legal insights to help you approach the divorce process with clarity and confidence.

December 2024

No-Fault vs. Fault-Based Divorce in Texas: What You Need to Know

Are you considering divorce in Texas? Learn the key differences between no-fault and fault-based divorce, including how they affect your rights, assets, and future. Discover which approach may suit your situation best with this detailed guide to Texas divorce law.

December 2024

TEXAS LABOR LAWS AND SPOUSAL EMPLOYMENT

Explore how Texas labor laws apply to spousal employment, and understand the complexities involving employee rights, compensation, and legal responsibilities within marriage. With real-life Texas case law examples, this guide clarifies spousal employment in the context of labor and family law.

December 2024

Reimbursement of Community Property

Understanding the reimbursement of community property under Texas law is essential for anyone involved in divorce or property division cases in the state. Texas follows a community property system, meaning any assets acquired during a marriage are presumed to belong equally to both spouses, except for those classified as separate property. Reimbursement claims arise when one marital estate (community or separate) contributes financially to another estate, like when community funds are used to pay down a mortgage on a separate property asset owned by one spouse.

December 2024

Divorce and Cryptocurrency: How to Handle Digital Assets in a Texas Divorce

Cryptocurrency can complicate divorce proceedings in Texas. Learn how digital assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and NFTs are handled during property division, strategies to discover hidden crypto, and examples of asset valuation in a Texas divorce. Secure a fair settlement with this comprehensive guide.

December 2024

HOW SPOUSAL EMPLOYMENT AFFECTS DIVORCE SETTLEMENTS

Explore the significant impact spousal employment has on divorce settlements in Texas. Learn how the courts handle asset division, spousal support, and business interests when one spouse is employed by the other, using real Texas case law examples to illustrate key outcomes.

December 2024

 50/50 Possession

For parents seeking 50/50 arrangements, Texas courts assess factors such as parental cooperation, stability, and the child’s educational and emotional needs. Case law, including Lenz v. Lenz and In re Marriage of Christensen, highlights how courts balance shared parenting with the child’s well-being. Recent trends show increasing support for equal time-sharing when feasible, emphasizing co-parenting benefits and flexible schedules.

December 2024

How is Child Custody Decided in Texas?

In Texas custody matters the “Best Interest of the Child” standard ensures decisions prioritize the child’s welfare, safety, and emotional well-being. This standard guides judges as they consider factors like parental stability, the child’s needs, and each parent’s ability to provide a nurturing environment, ensuring the best possible outcome.