If you were involved in the juvenile justice system, you may still be carrying the weight of the past. Fortunately, there are several pathways in Texas to limit public access to your previous records, so you can move forward without the burden of a visible criminal...
We are thrilled to announce the merger of Shea Beaty and Jeremy J. Poet Law Firm PLLC. Now operating as Shea Beaty Poet, our firm remains dedicated to providing trusted, responsive counsel for clients facing family law and criminal defense matters. We are proud to...
Divorce can leave your daily life unsettled before a judge reaches a final decision. You may need to know where your children will stay, who will remain in the family home or how certain expenses will be paid while the case is pending. Texas generally requires at...
If you own a business or are a licensed professional in Texas, divorce is both a personal transition and a major business event. When a divorce involves a practice or family business, the money involved can go beyond normal property division. Understanding how Texas...
A first DWI arrest often comes after what seemed like an ordinary evening. Someone may have left dinner with friends, a sporting event or a celebration believing they were capable of driving home safely. Within minutes, however, a traffic stop can turn into an arrest...
A criminal trial date can feel like a fixed point on the calendar. If you do not have enough time, you may ask the court to move that date so you have more opportunity to prepare your case. The framework behind trial delays A continuance postpones a scheduled hearing...
If both your name and your partner's name appear on your child's birth certificate, you may assume your rights as a parent are fully established. For many parents, a birth certificate serves as an important record of their family. However, a birth certificate and an...
Remarriage brings a mix of hope and uncertainty, especially when spousal support is part of your financial picture. Many people in Texas wonder whether a former spouse can step in and change payments once they remarry. The answer depends on the type of support in...
Grandparents often play a steady and loving role in a child’s life, offering care, support and emotional stability. As grandparents, few family situations feel more painful than being cut off from a grandchild. In Texas, grandparents do not have automatic legal...
When you discover your spouse has been unfaithful, it is more than a personal heartbreak. It often feels like a betrayal of everything you built together. While Texas allows for no-fault divorces, filing on the grounds of adultery carries real legal weight that can...