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POSTED ON 09/15/2019

Can I Get A Restraining Order?

Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs) are extremely common in Texas Family Law cases. In fact, some area courts have what is called a Standing TRO which can be invoked by either...

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POSTED ON 09/11/2019

Do I Get More Child Support if My Ex Gets a Raise?

It is not uncommon for people to get pay raises or to change jobs to have an increased income. Sometimes those pay raises can be significant. Or if you consider...

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POSTED ON 09/08/2019

My Ex Is Always Late for Pickup. What Can I Do?

After a family court order or agreement for visitation is reached, it is important that all parties to the agreement follow through with the terms of the agreement. Unfortunately, that...

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POSTED ON 09/04/2019

What is the Burden of Proof in Texas Family Law Cases?

First, what is a “burden of proof”? Basically, a burden of proof is the measure of the amount of evidence required by a court to prove a fact. “Beyond a...

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POSTED ON 08/29/2019

What Does “Best Interests of the Child” Mean?

The phrase “best interests of the child” is used throughout Texas family law. This standard is used to determine custody, child support, access, medical treatment, modifications of custody, and even...

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POSTED ON 08/22/2019

Mediation in a Texas Family Law Case

One of the more common ways that a Texas family law case is resolved is through a process called mediation. Many judges now require mediation in a family law case...

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POSTED ON 08/19/2019

What Are Some Alternatives to Standard Possession in Texas?

Every family is different. Each has different needs. Ultimately, the goal of any possession schedule is the “best interests of the child.” But, what do you do if one parent...

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POSTED ON 08/15/2019

How Do I Get My Child Support?

Once you have a court order saying someone is obligated to pay you child support, how do you go about getting that money? In Texas, the Child Support Division of...

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POSTED ON 08/12/2019

What Is The Retainer for a Tyler Divorce Lawyer

Lawyers are running a business. And as with any service related business, lawyers can struggle to receive payment for services provided. The most common way to avoid non-payment and collection...

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