
Facing a false report to Child Protective Services (CPS) can be distressing and overwhelming. However, it is not a situation that you can simply ignore and hope that it goes away. If you find that allegations have been made against
Facing a false report to Child Protective Services (CPS) can be distressing and overwhelming. However, it is not a situation that you can simply ignore and hope that it goes away. If you find that allegations have been made against…
The Difference Between an Amicus Attorney and an Attorney Ad Litem
In family law cases, involving child custody and welfare, the court may appoint legal representatives to assist in ensuring the best interests of the child. These appointed representatives are…
Divorce more often than not means the division of finances. Whether it’s bank accounts and retirement funds being divided or merely no longer having a second income to rely on, divorce brings about significant financial change. Establishing a solid financial…
Like any other area of law, standing is required to bring a lawsuit. Standing is a fundamental part of the legal system in that it determines who has the right to initiate legal action and participate in court proceedings. In…
Contested family law cases involving children are without a doubt the most emotionally charged cases I deal with. Even once the final orders are entered, there have been times when client’s still struggle with the fact that they must deal…
There are situations where you may require protection under the law, but the facts don’t rise to the level of a protective order. When a situation like this occurs in your case, your problems may be solved with a temporary…
A reader reached out to me recently and asked me what objections I usually run into, as well as how do they work. So, this week we’re going to talk about a few of the common objections, examples of what…
As a family law attorney, I understand that life circumstances can change unexpectedly. I also understand that these changes can drastically impact the financial dynamics of families. One area where this change often manifests is in child support arrangements. Whether…
Last time we discussed jury trials in a broad overview. We touched on what a jury can decide in family law cases, how to get a jury trial, the process of voir dire, and how the actual trial itself works.…
When it comes to family law matters in Texas, most people think that any and every issue is brought to the judge and the judge alone. However, certain issues can be placed in the hands of a jury. Unless you…