Category Archives: Divorce
How Can I Protect My Kids During a Divorce?
If you are a parent going through a divorce you should do everything in your power to comfort and protect your children from some of the uglier aspects of the divorce process. Kids can be easily frightened and emotionally traumatized. So it is especially important to communicate with them throughout these tough times. Be affectionate… Read More »
Dispelling Common Myths about Houston Divorce
There are so many myths involving divorce it’s almost impossible to keep track. But some of the same ones come up time and time again. Dispelling these myths before your divorce even starts can help save you from bundles of disappointment. Listed below are some of the most common myths about divorce: I should have… Read More »
What Are the Benefits of Divorce Mediation?
Going through a divorce is usually a difficult process for all parties, particularly when children are involved. But it doesn’t have to be. If you and your spouse are capable of working together, a mediated divorce could save you plenty of headache — and money. In a mediated divorce, a neutral facilitator works with both… Read More »
How Can I Communicate Better with My Divorce Attorney?
Lawyers are very busy people. We often handle many clients and multiple cases at the same time. As a result, sometimes communicating with your attorney can be frustrating. But it’s important to remember communication is a two-way street and there are many things that you can do on your end to improve communication between you… Read More »
Mistakes to Avoid During a Houston Divorce
So you’re going through a divorce and not sure what to expect. You’ve heard all sorts of nightmare stories about the difficulties, legal complexities, and outright ugly proceedings in some divorces. Listed below are a few common mistakes to avoid during your divorce: Having unreasonable expectations. Many important issues will be decided in your divorce,… Read More »
Will Joint Physical Custody Work for You?
I work daily with clients to manage, arrange or enforce child custody arrangements in Texas, especially in the southeastern corner of Texas in and near Houston. If you have a family and are divorced, chances are good you will deal with a conservatorship issue somewhere along the line. Along with property issues, disagreement over child… Read More »
Tips for Using Social Media During Divorce
Social media is ubiquitous. Facebook, Twitter, MySpace…where once people chatted in person, now they chat online — a lot. As a Texas divorce and child custody attorney, I witness the pain of clients who discover online, or through text, that a spouse is cheating. I see photographs unwittingly revealed online that sabotage a divorce or… Read More »
Does Texas Recognize Common Law Marriages?
Because many couples today cohabit and have children together without formally marrying, it is good to understand whether Texas recognizes their relationship as a legal marriage. Sixteen states recognize common law marriages. However, some states only provide recognition for marriages that occurred before a certain date. Texas recognizes informal marriages. There is no date that… Read More »
Ambiguity, the Nemesis of a Settlement Agreement
The importance of making clear agreements, not subject to other interpretation cannot be emphasized enough. Any apparent ambiguity can open the door to dispute. And then, sometimes even judges disagree on the intended interpretation. So, while agreements between parties to lawsuits is encouraged, it is necessary to ensure that such agreements are drafted in a… Read More »
The Difference between Binding and Non-Binding Mediated Settlements
Mediation has certain merits and many couples successfully resolve their disputed issues through mediation. When signing a mediation settlement agreement (MSA), couples have two options. An MSA can be either binding or non-binding. This fact bears significant importance and is worth explaining. How a non-binding mediation agreement works Under the Texas Family Code, either spouse… Read More »