From time to time, our attorneys get calls from couples who want to “legally separate” but not divorce. They usually have a valid reason for wanting this type of dissolution of their marriage, but in Texas, this is not an option. The Lone Star state does not recognize legal separation. Here, you are either divorced […]

Marriage Tips Every couple expects to go the distance. But most of us have heard the ugly truth: divorce rates remain high, with about 45% of all marriages ending in divorce. In fact, divorce.com reports that the average marriage lasts a little more than eight years. Couples that have stayed together often give similar tips

Introduction to the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) is a significant piece of legislation that aims to streamline the enforcement and establishment of child support orders across state lines. The act was first drafted in 1992 by the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws (NCCUSL)

Same-sex divorce in Texas is a complex process that can be emotionally and financially difficult for couples who have decided to end their marriage. While Texas has recognized same-sex marriage since 2015, it has a long history of banning and restricting these unions, which can create additional challenges for same-sex couples seeking to divorce. In

Grounds for Modification of Child Support Parents’ circumstances change in life. They may change jobs, move away, get remarried, or fall on hard times. Major changes can affect a parent’s ability to pay child support, care for, or even visit their kids. In the family law arena, changes that affect the family dynamic are referred