Aug 31
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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Separate property refers to assets that courts are required to award exclusively to one spouse during a divorce. While community property is subject to a “just and right division” at a court’s discretion, separate assets are awarded in entirety to their respective owners. In Texas, all assets are presumed to be community property. (more…)
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Custody cases are among the most contentious and emotionally driven suits in Texas. Many individuals fear that they will not be able to come to an agreement surrounding possession and access to their children. In this blog we will share 10 ways you can position yourself to win a custody battle. Here are 10 tips to give you an edge in your case: (more…)
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Our e-books are a great way to quickly familiarize yourself with a subject. Whether you're in the middle of a case or just starting to think about filing, these e-books will give you important knowledge you may need to get the results you want. Without further introduction, here are links to our top three most downloaded e-books this year. (more…)
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