Parenting with an ex-spouse doesn’t come naturally for any Texas resident. Even if the divorce is amicable, parents will experience significant changes in how they parent their children after a divorce. Adjusting to being the only adult Your ex-spouse is going to be...

Thousands of Texas couples choose to end their marriages every year. Divorce is a complicated process in any situation, but it can be especially difficult for same-sex couples. Many states have marriage laws based on heteronormative standards that same-sex couples...

When parents divorce in Texas, one of the most important decisions they will have to make is who will be responsible for their adopted children. This can be not easy, as the parents may have different ideas about who should have custody. If the parents cannot reach a...

When you are feeling stuck in your marriage, and it's hard for you to see your future with your partner, getting a divorce in Texas is the most sensible way to end things amicably. The only problem that arises is when your spouse does not want to divorce. This will...

If you're in a family law case in Texas, you might wonder what kinds of orders a judge can make. While some orders are final, others are only temporary. A temporary order is one that is made to last only until a final hearing can be held. These temporary orders are...

If you want to serve divorce papers in Texas, it is possible to deliver the documents to your estranged spouse through social media sites like Twitter or Facebook. It’s a controversial method, and certain procedures have to be followed. Get approval from the court You...

Every divorce in Texas is different from another. Yet, there are some common variables and legal issues that will need to be covered in all circumstances. Dividing your assets All your assets will need to be divided between you and your spouse. Assets can be divided...

Couples going through a divorce in Texas might feel like failures. This feeling can hit harder when the couple has adopted children during the marriage. Adopted children and divorce Parents of adopted kids have, without a doubt, gone through the gauntlet of proving...

Getting a divorce is a huge decision. You may have lived with your spouse for years, and the thought of starting over can be daunting. However, in Texas, there are some situations in which divorce may be the best option, like spousal or child abuse, unhappiness and...

The court’s determination in custody disputes can have a life-long impact on both the parents and the children. In Texas, parents expect that custody decisions are made after evaluating several factors so that the best interests of the child are met. However, there is...