Family Law

Resolving divorce disputes when mediation fails

Divorce negotiations over thorny matters, like alimony and property division, often become contentious. This is especially true in states like Texas that have strict community property laws. Mediation is a popular method used to resolve divorce matters outside of...

Emotional abuse in a marriage

Married couples divorce for many reasons. Sometimes, a spouse might file for divorce in a Texas family court because a partner has become abusive. Others may deal with spouses who mismanage the couple's financial assets or become addicted to drugs and alcohol. Still...

What you need to know about nesting in Texas

Nesting is a relatively new concept in the world of child custody. It has gained in popularity in recent years as more and more parents are looking for ways to maintain close relationships with their children after a divorce. What is nesting? Nesting is an arrangement...

The effects of divorce on teenagers

Texas parents going through a divorce may worry about the way the process might impact their young children. But what about older kids? Teens too can suffer the effects of a divorce. Divorce can affect the way teenagers relate to others When children witness their...

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Dealing with divorce and narcissism

Personality traits like confidence, pride and self-assurance may appear as self-centered and narcissistic, but they are actually healthy behaviors. However, it’s when the behavior become so extreme that it evolves into what’s known as narcissism. Those who are...

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Requesting a support order modification in Texas

The court issues a child support order in order to guarantee that the costs of meeting a child’s needs are covered by both parents. However, there are times when circumstances change and a modification might be necessary. These changes might be needed temporarily to...

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