Family Law

You worked much of the time during the first few years of your marriage, but after your spouse made it through medical school and was hired on as a surgeon, you were prepared to take a break. You had supported them all this time, covered their schooling fees and...

Custody arrangements can be hard to set up when you're in the military and divorcing. You may not have a steady schedule, or you might find that your schedule doesn't line up well with your spouse's.Being in the military should not have an impact on your ability to...

In Texas, grandparents do not have the same rights as some other states may allow for. Part of the reason for this is that the United States Supreme Court previously ruled that grandparents don't have a constitutional right to visitation with their grandchildren. This...

Sometimes, you'll find yourself in a situation that you're unhappy with. In most cases, you'll find a solution and move on. For more significant situations, like your marriage, you don't want to make a rash decision. That's why you've waited so long to talk to your...

When you're unmarried and living together with your partner, you may find yourself if a difficult position if you choose to separate. When you've been together as long as you have, it's not easy to determine who owns what. You may have purchased items together or have...

You and your spouse tried your best, but the conflicts caused by his parents wore you down. Even after you had a child, nothing got better. In fact, you believe things became more frustrating, because his parents always wanted to tell you what you were doing wrong.At...

Unmarried couples are in an interesting position when it comes to separating. Their children may not have their father's last name, and they may not even be legally recognized as his. That's why it's encouraged to seek out a paternity test if you are not positive that...

For many people, the idea of going through a divorce seems impossible, even if they're unhappy with their current situation. Why? Finances.If you don't have the money to support yourself without your spouse, then you may think you are too dependent to seek a divorce....

Families are made up in many ways, from those raising their own biological children to those who are raising their grandchildren as their own children. Whether you're a young parent or old parent, don't have children yet or plan to have kids in the future, adoption...

Kids often have a hard time when they have to go through a divorce with their parents. Sometimes, they feel like they have to take sides, especially if the parents haven't been good about avoiding conflict, and instead, fighting in front of their children.Parents...