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Building Strong Relationships After Your Divorce, One Visit at a Time
When your first child was born, you probably realized that you were entering a new chapter of your life. That tiny baby that you held in your arms was in fact someone with whom you will have a bond for your entire life. As your child or children grew, you built a relationship with them,…
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Why Should I Settle My Texas Divorce Case?
Did you know that most divorce cases, whether they take place in Texas or elsewhere, are resolved through settlement instead of by trial? It is estimated that around ninety five percent of divorce cases settle, with a remaining 5% to be handled in the courtroom. If you are currently convinced that your divorce case will…
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Property Division in Texas Divorce Cases
If you are thinking about getting a divorce in Texas, or if you are already involved in a Texas divorce case, you may be wondering about how the court will divide your property in the event that you and your soon-to-be-former spouse are unable to reach a property settlement agreement. Texas is a community property…
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Addressing Your Children’s Needs During Your Texas Divorce
Going through a divorce is difficult for anyone, but for parents with a divorce case underway, it is even tougher. Specifically, parents have to attend to their own feelings about the divorce as well as the feelings of their children. In fact, not only do they have to figure out how they will manage the…
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I Have Been Served With Divorce Papers – Now What Do I Do?
Whether you were suspecting that it might come to this, or it is a complete shock to you, being served with divorce papers likely means that your marriage is 100% over. While it may be tempting to tuck the divorce paperwork away in a file to read “later”, it is essential that you take prompt…
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Divorcing without an Attorney Can Make for an Expensive Divorce in Texas
Because Texas Divorce Attorney Alex Tyra spends most mornings in local courthouses representing divorce clients, his perspective on the folly of a DIY divorce is based on watching people learn the hard way that this is potentially an expensive and devastating choice. While we receive calls all the time from parties involved in a divorce…
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Maximizing the Probability of a Positive Outcome in Texas Child Custody Disputes [Part II]
This is the second installment in our two-part blog post providing an overview of the types of evidence that may have a significant impact in a contested Texas child custody dispute. While the types of issues and factual evidence outlined in this blog series are important, this blog hardly covers all of considerations that may…
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Maximizing the Probability of a Positive Outcome in Texas Child Custody Disputes [Part I]
Contested child custody disputes in Texas are among the most emotionally trying and difficult family law cases because the stakes are so high. Whether your custody case is part of a divorce or a paternity action, the outcome typically results in fundamental changes to your day to day parent-child relationship and parenting responsibilities. Although the…
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Distinguishing Divorce, Legal Separation and Annulment in Kansas
When a marriage breaks down, the prospect of taking legal action that formalizes the end of the relationship can be a source of apprehension and stress. At our Texas divorce law firm, we often hear from clients that are unclear on the distinctions between the various legal actions to address the rights of married parties…
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Why Is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) Important in a Texas Divorce?
When couples go through the process of divorce, they typically have significant concerns about their financial future. The breakup of a marriage may mean less household income available to each spouse, higher expenses associated with dual households and less value in marital assets available to each party. The resolution of these monetary issues can have…