Silent Divorce Dynamics: Together But Apart
What Is a Silent Divorce? A silent divorce occurs when a married couple remains legally wed but has emotionally and physically ended their relationship. They share a home, maintain appearances,…
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Adultery and Its Impact on Property Division in Texas Divorces
What is adultery in Texas? Adultery in Texas is voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone other than their spouse. Under Texas law, kissing, sexting, and other sexual…
Sexless Marriage and Divorce in Texas
A sexless marriage alone is not grounds for divorce in Texas, but it can contribute to the overall discord that makes your marriage unsupportable. If you have tried therapy, honest…
Child Custody Evaluations in Texas Explained
A child custody evaluation in Texas is a professional assessment conducted by a licensed social worker or mental health expert to help the court determine what custody arrangement serves the…
Updating Your Will After Divorce in Texas
Why you should update your will after a divorce in Texas In Texas, divorce automatically revokes any provisions in your will that name your former spouse. Under Texas Estates Code…
Terminating Child Support in Texas: When Can I Stop Paying?
Will Child Support Automatically at Age 18? No, child support does not automatically stop when your child turns 18 in Texas. While the standard rule under Texas Family Code Section…
What is A Guardian Ad Litem in Texas Family Law Cases?
A guardian ad litem (guardian ad litem) is a court-appointed advocate whose only job is to represent what is best for your child — not either parent. In Texas divorce…
10 Tell-Tale Signs Your Spouse Is Considering Divorce
If your spouse has become emotionally distant, overly critical, secretive about finances, or suddenly focused on their appearance, these could be warning signs they’re considering divorce. Recognizing these red flags…
Texas Standard Possession Order | 2026 Update
Looking for the 2026 Standard Possession Calendar? Click here to view it. The Texas Standard Possession Order (SPO) is the default visitation schedule courts use when parents cannot agree on…