For divorces filed after September 1, 2011, the rules for maintenance or “spousal support” have been greatly expanded. Spousal support may be awarded in cases where the parties have been married more than 10 years or a spouse has been convicted of or received deferred...
A Texas divorce involves both the division of the parties’ property and, if children are involved, child custody and child support. Below is list of frequently asked questions regarding divorce. How long will a divorce take? The Court may not grant a divorce before...
A child support order may be initially rendered in a Divorce or a Suit to Establish the Parent-Child Relationship, which is a custody case between unmarried parties. Below is list of frequently asked questions about child support. How much will child support be? Child...
Child custody may be initially rendered in a Divorce or a Suit to Establish the Parent Child-Relationship, which is a custody case between unmarried parties. Below is list of frequently asked questions about child custody. What is custody and what is joint custody?...
Paternity of a child may be initially determined in a Divorce or a Suit to Establish the Parent-Child Relationship, which is a custody case between unmarried parties. Below is list of frequently asked questions about paternity. What is a presumed father? The Texas...
Grandparents have the right to file a lawsuit for managing conservatorship of a grandchild if the child’s present circumstances significantly impair the child’s physical health or emotional development OR both parents consent to the grandparent filing a suit. If a...
