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Given that so many cases resolve in mediation, it is often the most crucial part of a family law case. Amazingly, lawyers often fail to explain the mediation process to their clients, which causes them to walk into the process uneasy and unprepared. (more…)
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It is not uncommon, although it varies from county to county, for a court to appoint a guardian ad litem to investigate and make recommendations concerning the best interest of the child or children in a child custody case. As you can imagine, since the guardian ad litem is appointed by the judge, the guardian ad litem’s opinion can carry quite a bit of weight. Understanding the role and limitations of a guardian ad litem can be critical in a case and is oftentimes the difference between a...
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With decades of family law experience, our team is fully aware of the dirty divorce tricks spouses tend to use, thinking it will help their case. In this article, we'll dive into how dummy emails and fake texts can affect a family law case. (more…)
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Getting Served In Texas, a party must serve two documents to initiate a divorce or custody proceeding: an original petition, and a citation. A citation is a formal notification issued by a court that informs a party that he or she has been sued. An “original petition” is a document filed by the initiating party that details requested relief. The first party to file is designated as the petitioner, while the receiving party is designated as the respondent. An original petition will out...
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What is 'Board Certification'? Each year the Texas Board of Legal Specialization confers the title, 'Board Certified' on a handful of attorneys in the family law practice area. The process to become Board Certified in Family Law is a difficult one, and includes vetting by other attorneys, judges, and the State Bar, a long list of requirements, and a challenging exam. Additionally, a candidate must have at least five years of practice in a particular area to obtain certification in a fie...
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