TL;DR of Texas Recording Laws Texas follows a one-party consent rule, meaning you can legally record a conversation if you are an active participant, without informing the other person. It is illegal to record private conversations, phone calls, or discussions where you are not a party and there is a reasonable expectation of privacy. Even…
TL;DR of Does a Spouse’s Income Affect Child Support A new spouse’s income does not directly affect a parent’s child support obligation in Texas; obligations are based solely on the legal parent’s income, as explicitly stated in Texas Family Code Section 154.069. The court may impute income (assign an earning potential) if a parent becomes…
Tl;DR of Parental Alienation Parental Alienation: A harmful practice where one parent intentionally undermines the other parent’s relationship with the child, often leading to emotional harm for both the child and the targeted parent. Signs of Parental Alienation: Includes speaking negatively about the other parent, asking the child to spy on the other parent, breaking…
Financial Disclosure Statement Texas Going through a divorce is tough enough without having to play detective with your finances. Yet every week, we see clients who discover their spouse has been hiding bank accounts, undervaluing businesses, or “forgetting” about significant assets. This is precisely why Texas requires complete financial disclosure during divorce proceedings, and why…
TL;DR of Texas 401k Divorce Under Texas community property law, all money contributed to a 401k and other retirement accounts during a marriage is considered community property, subject to division, regardless of whose name is on the account. The portion of a retirement account that existed before the marriage, plus any growth specifically from those…
TL;DR (Texas Marriage Laws) Types of Marriage in Texas: Texas recognizes both formal marriages (with a license and ceremony) and common law marriages (without formalities, based on mutual agreement and living together). Marriage Age and Requirements: Individuals must be 18 to marry without parental consent; minors between 16-18 require consent. Violations can result in legal…
Austin Fathers’ Rights Lawyer Near You TL;DR: This article outlines how our Austin Fathers’ Rights Lawyer can help you. Protect Your Parental Rights – Ensure fair treatment with experienced legal representation during divorce. Equal Custody Opportunity – Texas courts do not favor mothers over fathers in custody decisions. Custody Rights – You may have the…
TL;DR (How To Change Your Name in Texas) No Court Order Needed: In Texas, you can change your last name after marriage using a certified copy of your marriage license, without needing a court order, unless you want a non-standard name change. Document Updates: Key documents like your Social Security card, driver’s license, passport, and…
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…
Austin is widely known as one of the most inclusive and LGBT-friendly cities in the country. Apart from the vibrant nightlife and dating scene, what makes Austin one of the most welcoming places for LGBT people is its legal system, which is fair towards all and discriminatory towards none. Same-sex couples in Austin have the…