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Key takeaways: A divorce consultation is an opportunity to evaluate the specific facts of your case, the attorney’s legal strategy, and whether they are the right fit for your case. Preparing a list of questions to ask a divorce attorney in advance helps ensure you make the most of the meeting and leave with clearer...Read More

Article Summary Divorcing a disabled spouse in Texas is legally possible, but disability can affect spousal maintenance, property division, housing arrangements and the treatment of disability benefits. Texas courts may consider accessibility needs, long-term care and income limitations to ensure fair outcomes. Disability benefits such as SSDI and VA compensation are usually separate property, though...Read More

Table of Contents: The push for no-fault divorce began in the early 20th century. In 1969, California was the first state to legalize no-fault divorce under the helm of then governor Ronald Reagan. The law went into effect January 1, 1970. Texas legalized no-fault divorce in 1970 but still allows couples to use at-fault grounds...Read More

By Attorney Justin Sisemore From filing to finalizing, the divorce papers Texas parties need to get officially divorced are many. In this blog we’ll discuss the common forms and divorce paperwork Texas residents (and non-residents for those who live out of state) need to be familiar with when getting a divorce and addressing custody issues...Read More

Table of contents: What impacts divorce costs in Texas? Difference in divorce cost for contested and uncontested divorce How much is it for a divorce in Texas: Starting costs How much does a divorce cost in Texas: Discovery and mediation phases How much is a divorce in Texas: Impact of property division and retirement accounts...Read More

What happens in a divorce when a spouse cheats? When it comes to mental anguish and despair, you’d be hard pressed to find anything that stings quite as much as infidelity. If you recently found out your husband or wife cheated divorce may be top of mind. Even if you’re wondering, “Is my wife cheating?”...Read More

Key Takeaways: Texas is a community property state. The state presumes assets and debts acquired during marriage are jointly owned. Separate property will be considered. Assets owned prior to marriage, or received as gifts or inheritance prior to divorce, may be categorized as separate property, as long as the burden of proof is met. Commingling...Read More

Accusing someone of lying on divorce papers, lying to get emergency custody or otherwise lying under oath in family court is a very serious allegation. Unfortunately, perjury in family court does happen and can result in serious consequences if the accuser provides evidence to support the allegation. Proving perjury is not as easy as you...Read More

If you’ve never gone through a divorce, and this is your first rodeo in divorce court, you probably wonder what to expect. While your divorce attorney should prep you on what to expect in divorce court and what happens in divorce court hearing procedures, having a thorough understanding of the process may help level-set expectations...Read More

If you’re considering a divorce or in the process of getting one, it’s important to find the right divorce lawyer to offer you sound legal advice. But how do you go about finding the right attorney? The answer is simple: through a divorce lawyer consultation. This initial meeting with a potential lawyer is a chance...Read More