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The Pros and Cons of Filing for Divorce First

The Pros and Cons of Filing for Divorce First

Should I Consider Filing for Divorce First? If you’re thinking of filing for divorce, you may be wondering if filing for divorce first is in your best interest. As with anything, there may be pros and cons of filing first or waiting to be served with divorce papers....

Sole Managing Conservator in a Child Custody Case in Texas

Sole Managing Conservator in a Child Custody Case in Texas

When it comes to child custody in the United States, most people are familiar with “sole custody” and “joint custody.” However, different states tend to use different legal terms in custody disputes. In the state of Texas, the terms regarding the parents in a Texas...

Child Custody and COVID-19 Vaccines in Texas: What You Need to Know

Child Custody and COVID-19 Vaccines in Texas: What You Need to Know

Coparenting isn’t easy. It’s even more difficult when parents don’t agree on major issues including medical treatment. But what happens when the medical treatment in question is a COVID-19 vaccine? Who gets to decide when and if a child is getting vaccinated for the...

Parental Rights and Grandparent Rights

Parental Rights and Grandparent Rights

In many situations, grandparent rights can be an issue if a parent or parents don’t allow their children to see or have a relationship with their grandparents. Whether it’s through a divorce, separation, or other issues, a grandparent’s right to see their...

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services: Who are they?

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services: Who are they?

Texas has many agencies, such as the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), that are established to help residents with a variety of issues. While you may not need certain services now, there may come a point where you do need some assistance or...

Divorce Timeline: How Long Can It Take? How Much Will It Cost?

Divorce Timeline: How Long Can It Take? How Much Will It Cost?

If you’re thinking about getting divorced, there are many factors to consider, including how long does a divorce take. After all, this is a life-changing decision and one you don’t want to enter into lightly. Many people don’t realize that divorces aren’t always cut...

Be Kind: 5 Lessons from An Amicable Divorce

Be Kind: 5 Lessons from An Amicable Divorce

Separating from your spouse and making the decision to divorce can be difficult, but it doesn’t mean that you can’t move forward and achieve an amicable divorce. The truth is that no one wants the divorce process to be any more painful than it needs to be or last...