A first DWI arrest in Texas can turn a normal day into criminal charges that affect your license, job and record. You may feel blindsided, yet what happens in the next few weeks can shape the rest of your case. What counts as the first DWI in Texas? Under Texas law,...
Mental health conditions often create real concerns during child custody battles, but they actually don’t automatically prevent you from receiving custody or visitation rights as a parent. Yet this reality may feel hard to believe as you sit across your attorney...
Grandparents often play a vital role in raising and supporting children in the family. When circumstances change whether through divorce, neglect or other issues, you may wonder what rights you have as a grandparent in Texas. Although state law recognizes your...
Getting pulled over when an officer thinks you might be drunk is incredibly stressful. And because it’s hard to think straight in high-stress situations, it’s easy to forget your rights and make wrong decisions. For example, many drivers don't realize they have...
If you are an LGBTQ+ couple in Texas adopting or already have adopted a child, you may need to secure legal recognition of both parents. You and your partner may encounter legal hurdles when trying to confirm parental roles. By completing each required action, you can...
In Texas, spousal support, also called spousal maintenance, is not always permanent. Life events, such as job loss, retirement or remarriage, can alter the amount of support paid or received. When these things happen, the court may allow a change to the support order....
Child custody disputes are often the most challenging part of a divorce. In Texas, these disputes revolve around the concept of "conservatorship," rather than the term "custody." The state's laws aim to ensure decisions are made in the best interest of the child. This...
Co-parenting is complex and becomes even more so when one parent wants to relocate. If you are contemplating a move that involves a child, it is important to understand Texas custody relocation laws. Failing to follow the law or take the appropriate steps when...
When child custody becomes a contentious issue, there’s a good chance that it’s headed toward litigation. While you should always seek to amicably resolve the issue at hand with your child’s other parent, sometimes that simply isn’t possible. Maybe the other parent...
If your marriage is nearing its end, then you’re probably thinking about the best way to get through divorce as quickly and as safely as possible. This is especially true if you want to avoid conflict. But rushing through your marriage dissolution can be tricky since...