If you and the other parent can't amicably agree on a custody arrangement that is in your child's best interests and works for both of you, the court will have to decide on one that is in the child's best interests. Legal representation can often be expensive, and...
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What is the Leading Cause of Divorce in America?
There are many different causes of divorce in the United States. Statistics show the most common cause of divorce in America is fundamental incompatibility. Incompatibility Incompatibility is the number one cause of divorce because it can take the form of many...
What Is an Amicable Divorce Settlement?
What Is an Amicable Divorce in Texas? In Texas, the official term for an amicable divorce is an uncontested divorce, also known as a no-fault divorce. For a divorce to be uncontested, both spouses must agree on the reason for the divorce and all the terms of their...
What Does Joint Custody Mean in Texas?
Forms of Child Custody in Texas In Texas, child custody means something different than it does in other states. Texas law makes a distinction between legal custody and physical custody. Conservatorship: This is considered legal custody and means a person has the right...
What Does Spousal Support Cover?
What is Spousal Support or Spousal Maintenance? Spousal support is money one spouse pays the other spouse after a divorce. It is intended to help provide financial stability for both parties and help offset the financial difficulties a lower-wage-earning or...
What Happens in Child Custody Court in Texas?
In Texas, custody case hearings are held in child custody court, where both parents present their case before a judge. Family law judges make custody decisions based on the testimony and evidence provided by each parent and issue any orders relevant to your child...
What Can Be Used Against You in A Custody Battle?
Many different things can be used against a parent in a custody battle. It's crucial to understand what factors may be used against you and how you can conduct yourself to limit potential damage to your custody case. With a skilled family law attorney by your side,...
What Do Judges Look for in a Child Custody Case?
Legal matters can be, in a word, complex. What happens and how decisions get made can often come down to how the judge looks at the case and the facts. Understanding the workings of a child custody case can feel overwhelming and often confusing. This article aims to...
15 Aug 2023 | Disproportionate Share of the Marital Estate – Part 2
Christina Jimenez and Joshua Floyd of The Jimenez Law Firm discuss a disproportionate division of property during divorce (it's not always 50/50, after all). Covering the last three elements of disproportionate division in Texas, these two...
1 Aug 2023 | Disproportionate Share of the Marital Estate
Christina Jimenez and Joshua Floyd of The Jimenez Law Firm discuss a disproportionate division of property during divorce (it's not always 50/50, after all). Covering the first two elements of disproportionate division in Texas, these two...