Marriages end because of many factors, but at the heart of them all is confrontation. Some issue or problem arises that creates such passionate and clear differences between spouses that they can no longer continue their relationship as married people. When this...
Family Law
Singer Faith Evans is getting divorced
Notable female vocalist Faith Evans has been served divorce papers. Her husband, music producer Stevie J., filed for separation in Los Angeles County Superior Court earlier this month. The split was inevitable to many. The embattled couple experienced ups and downs...
Do men get a fair shake in custody hearings?
During a custody battle, men often perceive that the deck is stacked against them from the beginning, and no matter how hard they fight, the outcome will be the same. While there are no laws in Texas that back up that sense of implicit bias in the court system, a...
Understanding the nuances of same-sex divorce in Texas
In Texas, same-sex couples who want marital property rights must fulfill specific requirements for the union to be legal in the state. How long they have been married, if they were married in another state and did not legally divorce, or if they had a common law...
What issues are common in a ‘gray divorce?’
Couples in Forney may have spent many years together united, building careers and raising a family. Sadly, as much as a couple starting off in life may have anticipated growing old together, once the years have passed a couple may find that their union is no longer...
My spouse cheated on me. Can I get divorced immediately?
Nothing can be more devastating than to find out that your spouse of years or even decades has been cheating on you. When this happens, you may simply want to walk away and end the relationship as soon as possible. After all, when your heart is betrayed, anything may...
Same-sex couples face unique issues in a divorce
Same sex marriage was made legal throughout the U.S. in 2015 and since then there have been many same-sex marriages undergone by couples in Texas who have waited years to say their marriage vows and have their union publicly recognized. Just like heterosexual...
Sexual assault and parental rights in Texas
Sometimes arguments between parents become heated, and allegations are thrown back and forth. Eventually, you may find yourself facing charges of sexual assault. You may be very concerned about whether you may see your children moving forward. This is a valid concern....
Two ways to divorce without resorting to litigation
Not every divorcing couple in Texas necessarily wants their marriage to end in a dramatic courtroom show-down. There are alternative dispute resolution options for settling a divorce in a more amicable manner, including mediation and collaborative law. Mediating your...
Mistakes to avoid during a divorce
Resolving a complex or high-asset divorce is no easy task. The consequences from the ensuing negotiation or litigation can have consequences that affect the spouses for years to come. When any mistake can cost you dearly during your divorce, you want to be sure to...