Gray Divorce: Divorce After Age 50
Gray divorce refers to couples who split after age 50, often after decades of marriage. While the overall U.S. divorce rate has stabilized, divorces among adults over 50 have doubled…
Gag Order In Texas Courts | Explanation With Examples
In Texas, it is not uncommon for judges to issue gag orders in high-profile criminal cases. But what exactly is a gag order and why are they necessary? In this…
Texas Divorce Discovery Rules: What Gets Turned Over?
If you are in the process of divorce, you may be surprised to learn that the law requires you to turn over voluminous information to your spouse and his or…
Original Petition for Divorce in Texas: Starting the Process
In Texas, a divorce case begins with something called an “original petition for divorce.” Basically, this is the document that gets the divorce process rolling. In this article, we are…
10 Fascinating Facts about Divorce in Texas
When most people think of Texas, they think of cowboys, cattle, and the Wild West. However, there is another side to Texas that is often overlooked – its divorce rate….
Parental Alienation in Texas: What You Need to Know
What is parental alienation in Texas? Parental alienation, or Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS), occurs when a parent intentionally pits the child against the other parent in an attempt to cause…
Terminating Parental Rights in Texas: FAQ Answers [2022]
From time to time, clients ask us about terminating parental rights in Texas. Usually, it’s because the other parent is not involved in the child’s life or is exhibiting dangerous…
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…
Answer and counter petition for divorce [TX]
Being unexpectedly served with divorce papers can set off a flood of emotions – anger, sadness, confusion. Most people have no idea what to do next. Do you just accept…