In a Texas divorce, there are several issues that are unique to considering a business as an asset in the property division. The normal property division issues of identification, characterization, valuation, and division each have intricacies for businesses that need
Michelle May O'Neil
OWLawyers® is a Texas-based law firm specializing in family law. The firm provides legal services related to divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, property division, and related family law matters. Their publications focus on practical guidance for clients navigating family disputes, including topics such as handling Child Protective Services reports, understanding legal roles like amicus attorneys and attorneys ad litem, managing post-divorce finances, legal standing in family law cases, and co-parenting strategies. The firm aims to offer clear, actionable information to help individuals understand their rights and responsibilities under Texas family law and to support them through complex and emotionally charged legal processes.
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The Unconstitutionality of Protective Orders Under the Texas Family Code – Part II
By Brook Fulks
This post continues the discussion of the unconstitutionality of protective orders under the Texas Family Code and picks up from Part I previously published.
Testimony in a Civil Protective Order Case Violates the Fifth Amendment of the United States…
The Unconstitutionality of Protective Orders Under the Texas Family Code – Part I
By Brook Fulks
Protective orders under the Texas Family Code are intended to protect a person from family violence, but this protection cannot be obtained by violating the constitutions of both the United States and Texas. Texas Family Code chapter 83 addresses…
I Want to Keep My Pet in the Divorce
By Brook Fulks
A common question in a divorce is who gets to keep the pets. Whether it be a dog, cat, parrot, fish, bearded dragon, or snake, most pets are considered members of the family. There is no doubt that many people…
New Year, New District Courts
By Brook Fulks
Texas starts 2022 with three new district courts.
The 478th Judicial District Court of Bell County will be in session on the first Mondays in January, April, July, and October. This court will have concurrent jurisdiction with the 27th, 146th,…
Enforcement versus Contempt — same but different
Enforcements actions can be a source of confusion for many. While enforcement actions actually allow for many different remedies, many view them in the family law context as being simply synonymous with contempt of court.
Enforcement is the act of…
Jury Trial Issues – The Basics
By Brook Fulks
When are you entitled to a jury trial in family law cases?
Only 11 states allow jury trials for divorces. Texas is the only state that allows a jury trial for custody matters. The Texas Constitution guarantees your right to…
What’s new in Texas family law this fall?
Our October monthly free lawyer’s continuing education presentation focused on new cases and legislation affecting Texas family law.
Here’s a link to watch the video on Facebook: https://fb.watch/8SJMhZFiJF/
Here’s the presentation with all the details: What’s New in Texas Family…
Handling the Extras in the Custody Story
By Brook Fulks
Here’s the video and download from the Handling the Extra in the Custody Story talk.
MCLE approved for 1.00 – Course #174133451 – for self-reporting your credit.
The pdf of the PowerPoint can be downloaded here: Handling the Extras download
Cryptocurrency and Family Law: Part 3
When an exchange is not used, a tracer would not be able to determine the market rate the cryptocurrency was sold for (dollars per Bitcoin), as market rates very based on whether a cryptocurrency is sold on an exchange, a…