Once the divorce decree is signed, ex-spouses expect each other to stick to the terms of the order that divides the property and sets parameters for child custody and visitation for each parent. What happens when it is the children that do not adhere to the custody agreement? Extreme Measures For three siblings from Michigan, […]
Lawyers often subpoena physicians during divorce litigation to help the courts thoroughly examine the case’s issues. Whether the subpoena is for medical records or to testify, the use of physicians in a divorce or custody matter is a growing trend. In the Texas Medical Association article, Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Physicians Can Get […]
During a divorce or child custody case, the litigation process can involve intensely personal issues, spiteful accusations and hurtful statements that often trigger a cluster of emotions including feelings of fear, anger, anxiety, and depression. In cases that involve high-conflict people, the chances that you will feel at least one, if not all, of these emotions, […]
Beginning January 2019 we will see many new judicial faces in the Harris County courtrooms. We look forward to working with the newly elected Harris County Family Court Judges and their staff. 245TH Judge Tristan H. Longino Associate Judge Jim Cooper 246TH Judge Angela Graves-Harrington Associate Judge Yahaira Quezada 247TH Judge Janice Berg Associate […]
As a newly divorced parent, splitting holidays and vacations with the other parent takes getting used to. The holiday season is upon us and stress and anxiety rise as we hustle to prepare for holiday dinners, parties, and guests. Sometimes, through the lack of experience or because of the added excitement that comes with this season, […]
There is nothing like getting married. With two little words, your life will change, and you can only hope it lasts forever. Unfortunately, there is no certainty. Depending on your or your soon-to-be spouse’s financial situation and plans for the future, talk to an attorney and financial planner to find out if a premarital agreement is […]
Learning how to talk to your children about divorce involves creating an open line of communication between both the parents and the children. When parents decide to separate, how they plan to tell the children is often the first question to cross their mind. However, when it comes to sitting down with their children, not many […]
Back to school tips for divorced parents, Co-Parenting style. The start of the school year can present challenges for both parents and children. Managing schedules, activities, homework, and even expenses can be more difficult for divorced and blended families. One option to help relieve the stress of the new school year is to try harmonious […]
When it concerns foreign judgments, Texas law could conflict with the laws of an individual’s originating country. As more families settle in Texas for employment reasons, the recognition and enforcement of international family law judgments is a growing issue for all attorneys and parties involved. This upward trend in migration to the United States necessitates […]
On June 4, 2018, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled, with a 7-2 majority vote, in favor of a Colorado baker, who refused to create a wedding cake for a local gay couple because of sincere religious beliefs. In its opinion, the Court based the baker’s victory on the improper treatment he received […]
