Have you been served divorce papers? Do you need to serve divorce papers? Service of process, or service of citation, is legal notice that provides a spouse with notice that…

The Role of Child Protective Services in Texas Child Protective Services (CPS) ,  a division of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), is a government agency tasked…

Many people think divorces in Texas end in big courtroom drama. But in reality, most cases get settled, often through mediation , before they ever reach trial. It’s more often…

When parents divorce or separate, it’s not uncommon for children – especially teenagers – not to want to visit mom or dad at some point. Maybe they are upset with…

Divorce can be stressful for anyone. This is especially true for the person on the receiving end of divorce papers, especially if it was unexpected. Sometimes, they are so surprised…

Pet Custody Agreements in Texas: Navigating Texas Family Law Pets in the Eyes of Texas Law According to Texas law, pets are classified as personal property, which may come as…

Texas Adoption Evaluation Guide Adoption is a life-changing decision for both the child and the adopting family. In the state of Texas, the process is governed by the Texas Family…

Divorce Do’s and Don’ts: A Texas Checklist If you’re considering divorce in Texas, the decisions you make now will shape your financial future, your relationship with your children, and how…

In Texas, there is something called the “Children’s Bill of Rights.” Unless you have been through a divorce or custody dispute, you probably haven’t even heard of this before. The…