Family Law

As a Texas resident whose marriage has not worked out, you will probably consider hiring a divorce lawyer. Before settling on a lawyer, however, there are some things you will want to know as you will want someone who understands your position and can provide the best...

Blended families are becoming more and more common, but estate planning for them can get complicated. If you're in a blended family, there are some things you need to keep in mind when it comes to your estate plan. Failing to update your beneficiary designations can...

Getting a divorce can be frustrating and overwhelming. Having children can make the situation more challenging to handle. Splitting up your family in Texas will require you to make a few changes. Knowing how to make this shift with as little disruption as possible is...

Texas residents who decide they want a divorce never reach that decision easily. However, once you know it’s where you’re headed, it’s important to take certain steps to prepare for the upcoming proceedings. Gather your financial documents Going through all your...

Whether you're giving birth to a child soon or planning on adoption, you may find it challenging to do everything necessary to prepare for your new family addition. While every child and family dynamic is unique, there are some estate planning tips you can keep in...

It's not easy to talk about estate planning with your parents in Texas, but it's important to do so. This is especially true if they haven't created an estate plan yet. If you're not sure how to start the conversation, here are a few tips. Pick the right time You...

Courts determine how retirement benefits are divided in a Texas divorce based on time periods surrounding the instruments. Read on the discover the basics of retirement benefits in divorce court, as well as about QDROs and other relevant information. Do benefits...

Couples considering entering a prenup or postnup in Texas will need to understand the legislation behind these types of agreements. The Uniform Premarital and Marital Agreements Act, which has been signed by 26 states, offers consistency in the ways prenup and...

Texas is one of the few states that follow community property rules. For divorcing couples, this means that, in general, all assets and debts acquired during the marriage will be divided equally. However, in practice, community property rules are somewhat more...

When most people in Texas think about life insurance, they think about protecting their loved ones in the event of their death. However, there are other times when life insurance can be a crucial asset – such as during a divorce. Here are five reasons why you need...