Transferring Child Jurisdiction to Texas Life after a divorce, when you have children, can have some complications. There are several reasons why you may decide to move to a new state after the divorce has been finalized. It may be because of work or just wanting a fresh start. Unfortunately, it can be confusing to…
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…
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,…
Understanding Texas’s Alimony Laws Spousal support, commonly referred to as alimony in the past, has a particular and limited role in Texas divorce cases. Unlike many other states, Texas approaches post-divorce financial support differently. There are strict statutory limits on alimony in Texas, specific eligibility rules, and defined timeframes. Texas’s alimony laws are designed to…
Texas Child Support Child support orders are a standard part of any divorce that involves minor children in Austin. Even though many parents dislike making monthly payments to their ex-spouse, Austin child support orders come directly from the court, and both parents must follow them. A child support order is created to cover a child’s…
De Novo Hearings in Family Court Divorce and child support and visitation cases in Texas can be complex, emotional, and procedurally intricate, especially when spouses do not agree. When a Texas family court decision does not go as planned for a parent, or seems to be completely biased and unfair, it’s natural to want another…
Child Support is a Legal Obligation When parents in Texas separate or divorce, child support often becomes one of the most sensitive and misunderstood issues. Some parents may feel that if they share parenting time equally or both earn sufficient income, they can come to an agreement where no child support is paid. However, Texas…
Serving Divorce Papers On Your Spouse Filing for divorce is only the first step in the process of legally separating from your spouse. Once you have submitted your divorce petition to the court, Texas law requires that your spouse be formally notified of the petition so they can appropriately prepare and respond. This step is…
Texas Pre-Trial Divorce Conference Divorce proceedings can feel overwhelming and confusing, especially for those who are in emotionally charged situations that result in contested divorces. One of the early aspects of a divorce in Austin is the pretrial conference divorce, which is an opportunity to narrow down issues, set timelines, and, in some cases, finalize…