Child Custody for Fathers
Navigating child custody can be particularly challenging for fathers. Despite evolving societal norms, many fathers feel disadvantaged in custody disputes. There’s a common misconception that Texas law favors mothers. This…
Intentional Underemployment in Texas Divorce
What is Intentional Underemployment in Texas Divorce? Intentional underemployment occurs when an individual deliberately reduces their income to avoid paying a higher amount of child or spousal support. Texas courts…
Uncontested Divorce in Texas: Cost, Timeline, and Expectations
An uncontested divorce in Texas is a divorce where both spouses agree on all major issues, including property division, child custody, and support. This type of divorce typically costs less,…
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…
Failing to Pay Child Support in Texas (2026 Update)
Failing to pay child support in Texas can lead to jail time, wage garnishment, license suspensions, passport revocation, and other serious consequences. Texas courts have broad enforcement powers under the…
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…
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…
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…
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What To Expect When a Divorce Goes to Trial in Texas
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 about…