Sep 01
In Texas, when determining how much spousal maintenance or alimony you should receive (if any), the court begins with the presumption that no funds are entitled. To overcome this presumption, the court will first determine if you qualify for support and then consider other relevant factors. Qualifying for Spousal Maintenance or Alimony in Texas To even qualify for consideration—in addition to proving that you still need help providing for your basic needs, even though you made a good...
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Alcohol and drug abuse can be a huge issue in a custody battle. Sometimes a party (meaning the mother or father of your child) will struggle with drug addiction as a way to attempt to cope with the litigation, but more frequently is the situation where the party had a drug or alcohol abuse problem prior to the case being filed. Unfortunately, handling substance abuse issues is not always as simple as just giving custody of the child to the parent who does not use drugs or alcohol, or puttin...
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At Walters Gilbreath, PLLC, we understand how sensitive and nuanced Family Law can be. We have earned a reputation as fierce and effective advocates both inside and outside the courtroom with a better approach and providing better results. (more…)
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First and foremost, you should always hire an experienced lawyer. While an associate may work on your case, it is wise to hire an attorney that is Board Certified in Family Law if you have a complex or difficult case. Once you have determined that the law firm you are talking to is lead by Board Certified lawyers, make sure you are talking to experienced trial lawyers. You would be surprised how many Board Certified lawyers lack courtroom experience. Of course, a lot of cases settle befor...
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Though each case is unique and accompanied by its own particular set of facts, all family law cases typically will encounter the same steps; the issuing of Temporary Orders is one of the first of those steps taken. (more…)
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If you're reading this, you probably are either going through a custody battle or are concerned one may arise and you want to protect your family. You're in luck because you're in the right place to provide you information you may need to equip yourself with for this process. Essentially a child custody evaluation is ordered by the Court to provide information and recommendations in regards to the best interest of the child, helping the Court to decide how custody will be awarded. T...
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When two spouses get divorced they have to divide the property they own. There are two types of property that spouses can own: community property and separate property. Community property is any property that is not separate property. (more…)
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