Nov 19
When domestic violence, or “family violence,” as it’s defined under Texas law, is involved in a divorce or custody case, the legal and emotional stakes are high. Recent statutory updates have expanded protections for victims and made it easier to obtain protective orders against abusers and stalkers. In this post, we break down what these changes mean for Texans navigating divorce, child custody disputes, and family violence issues, based on insights from Brian Walters and Raya Jack...
read moreOct 15
When couples divorce, emotions often run high, but when alcoholism or heavy drinking is part of the picture, the process becomes even more complex. Alcohol use can affect everything from child custody to property division and the court’s overall perception of each party’s stability. Our firm frequently handles cases where alcohol use or abuse plays a role. Whether one spouse has a history of drinking or there are disputes about the extent of someone’s use, these cases require both s...
read moreApr 13
To celebrate the one-year anniversary of our podcast, Jake & Brian sat down with Jim Piper, Of Counsel at Walters Gilbreath, to discuss how family law has changed since they started practicing. Jim has decades of experience practicing law, and offers some invaluable insight on how the family courts have evolved through the years. The Texas Family Law Podcast is available for download on Apple Podcasts, as well as on SoundCloud and Spotify. The Texas Family Law Podcast: How ...
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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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Brian and his staff were great. Brian’s direction and expertise provided me with the legal information relevant for my needs over several years now. He listens and is steadfast which gave me comfort in the courses of action. I highly recommend him.Brian and his staff were great. Brian’s direction and expertise provided me with the legal information...
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