Texas Divorce Statistics Divorce and marriage trends often reflect broader social, cultural, and economic changes that are occurring within a state. Throughout Texas, divorce rates have shifted over the last twenty years, prompting many to question whether marriages are becoming stronger or whether fewer people are choosing to get married altogether. By reviewing population data…
Understanding Paternity in Texas Paternity can be a confusing concept to grasp in Texas, especially when it comes to understanding the legal rights and responsibilities of fathers. However, with the new paternity law in place, things are becoming easier to understand, and establishing paternity is now easier. The new Texas paternity law clarifies the process…
The family court in Texas will take several factors into accounts for child support. Here is how you can negotiate for lower child support payments.
Although divorce is pretty common these days, it’s not so uncommon to have a divorce case dismissed in Texas. Sometimes, people file for divorce and later change their minds. At other times, one spouse may want to end the case for legal or personal reasons. Texas law allows for a divorce to be dismissed, but…
No, a birth certificate alone does not establish legal paternity in Texas. Even if a father’s name appears on the birth certificate, it does not give him legal rights to custody, visitation, or decision-making unless paternity has been properly established through legal means. For unmarried parents, the father must either: Sign an Acknowledgment of Paternity…
TL;DR (Best Texas Divorce Lawyer For Men) Emotional Challenges in Divorce: Men face similar emotional struggles as women during divorce, though they may be less likely to express vulnerability. Conduct During Divorce: Avoid anger or provocations, particularly online, as actions or comments could be used against you in court. Focus on Children’s Best Interests: Prioritize…
Divorce When Owning a Business Divorce in Texas becomes far more complicated when a business is part of the equation, whether it is owned jointly or by one spouse. Unlike a house or a savings account, a company is not just an asset to divorcing couples. It often represents years of effort, financial investment, and…
Divorce Reconciliation Before taking the legal steps to end a marriage, many couples consider whether reconciliation is possible. At Eric M. Willie, P.C. Austin Divorce Lawyer, we often start consultations by asking if a couple has tried marriage counseling or would consider it before moving forward. It surprises some people that an Austin divorce lawyer…
Divorce Balance Sheet Dividing property in a Texas divorce often starts with one essential document: the marital balance sheet. This document lists all assets and debts that may be divided during a divorce. It gives both parties and the court a clear picture of the financial situation before decisions are made on how assets, debt,…
Texas Parenting Coordinator Child custody disputes can take a toll on everyone involved, especially children. When communication breaks down and small disagreements between divorced parents turn into constant arguments, Texas family courts may turn to a parenting coordinator that parents can work with to steady the situation. A parenting coordinator in Texas provides ongoing structure…