Austin Family Law Blog
Social media pitfalls during divorce
The end of a marriage in Texas does not have to signal the start of fighting. One way to avoid carrying hostility through the divorce process is to stop spreading negativity and bitterness about your ex and the divorce, especially on social media. At the Law Office of...
read moreHow do I establish my Texas paternity?
If you and the mother of your child were not married to each other at the time your child was born in Texas, (s)he has no legal father. Nor do you have any legal rights to him or her. The Texas Attorney General’s Office explains that to remedy this situation, you must...
read moreWhat is a family law modification?
When a Texas marriage comes to its end the parties to the proceedings may do whatever they can to make their transitions into single life as smoothly as possible. Divorcing parents have extra considerations to manage as they work to provide their children with...
read moreCan I take my child out of state after a divorce?
Child custody is one of the most difficult parts of divorce negotiations. Each parent wants to have influence over their child’s life and to either be the primary custodian or maintain day-to-day contact with the child. That’s why custody is spelled out in divorce...
read moreWhat to do when a child support order is ignored
Child support is an important source of financial sustenance for a child whose parents no longer live together. Child support is often ordered when parents go through divorces or when they choose to end their non-marital relationships in order to pursue futures...
read moreAddressing business assets in a marital agreement
In the past, it was not uncommon for individuals to get married young and to build their lives and wealth with their spouses. Today, however, more and more people are holding off on marriage and establishing the careers before committing to long-term relationships. As...
read moreWhat is the purpose of a paternity lawsuit?
The connection between a parent and their child is one of the strongest bonds that can ever be created. While the relationships between parents and their kids can wax and wane over time, the acknowledgement of their legal affiliation may forever keep them connected,...
read moreHow will your taxes change after divorce in 2019?
If you filed for divorce in 2019, your divorce settlement will be affected by new tax laws. These changes could significantly affect how you file your taxes in 2019 and what kind of financial support you can expect in the years to come. How will alimony change in...
read moreStudents sign prenups before saying “I do!”
Working through medical or law school is a transition period in your life. And it helps to find a partner who values education as much as you and wants to ensure a stable future for your relationship. However, as student couples think about their futures, they also...
read moreDivorce and Finances: How to Protect Your Assets
When you get a divorce, you have many important decisions to make. For example, you may have to divide your assets. You will need to take some measures to protect your large assets and properties. The following are some of the most important assets you may have along...
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