Adopting a child is a noble and life-changing decision that many kindhearted people take. In fact, the Texas Alliance of Child and Family Services reports that annually over 6,000 children find homes through adoption in the state. However, not everyone is eligible to...
The stability of your business may be at risk when faced with the challenges of a divorce. It is in your best interests to protect your business and related assets during such times. By keeping some common strategies in mind, you can take steps toward divorce-proofing...
When parents divorce, one of their tasks is to determine the custody arrangement that best suits their children's needs. Bird nesting is an option that is gaining traction. In this type of arrangement, the children do not move between their parents' separate...
According to the National Center for Family & Marriage Research, nearly 40% of marriages end in divorce. While adults grapple with their own emotions during this period, remember the impact divorce can have on children. Supporting them through a divorce helps...
During and following a divorce, how to share custody of your children becomes a major topic of discussion. You and your former spouse have to decide how to split time with your kids. Every family has outside influences that affect day-to-day life. When creating a...
Texas family court recognizes that circumstances often change following a custody order. Parents may petition for custody modification in the same court that produced the original order. Grounds for modification The parent requesting to modify the order must...
Divorce is a complex and emotionally charged process, and property division often becomes one of the most contentious aspects. In Texas, specific laws govern property division, and they can differ quite a lot from those in other states. Yet, common misconceptions...
Sometimes, people who decide to end their marriage worry about the stigma surrounding divorce. For example, they may have concerns that others will look down on them because their marriage did not work out. In some instances, one's relatives pressure them to stay in a...
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services reported that over 4,500 children got adopted across the state in 2021. Deciding to adopt a child is a life-changing decision filled with joy, challenges and, frequently, misunderstandings. If you are considering...
A fresh start is on the horizon as you finalize your divorce. One of the things you look forward to most is creating new memories with your children, such as planning a summer getaway. However, you might find yourself questioning if you need your ex-spouse's...
