Family Law Articles

Texas Child Support Laws: What Dallas Parents Need to Know

Texas child support laws require that a parent with whom the child does not primarily reside pay child support to the other parent (primary managing conservator, though commonly referred to as the custodial parent). The other parent, typically a non-primary managing conservator (commonly referred to as the non-custodial parent), will make these payments on a […]

How to Modify a Child Custody Agreement in Dallas

Parents usually finalize child custody arrangements at the time of a divorce. Others – such as unmarried parents – may finalize an agreement independent of a divorce. The agreement includes parenting time and visitation arrangements, as well as other issues pertaining to decision-making for the child. Whatever the case, you may find after several years […]

How long do I have to pay alimony in Dallas?

Alimony payments vary in relation to the length of the marriage, generally between five and ten years.  It’s a common question for those getting divorced in Dallas, “How long do I have to pay alimony?” Alimony payments are called spousal maintenance payments in Texas. A court may order that one spouse pay the other spouse […]

Dividing a Business in a Divorce in Dallas

Protecting assets in a divorce is understandably a concern for many who are going through the process. During the divorce process in Texas, if the spouses cannot come to an agreement on property division, a judge will award specific portions of the assets to each spouse as he or she sees fit, according to the […]

How should I tell my children we are divorcing?

When you talk to your children about the divorce, you’ll need to tell them the pertinent age-appropriate facts, offer love and support, avoid blaming your spouse, and answer any questions they may have. When couples decide to divorce, telling their children becomes one of the most dreaded conversations they’ll ever have. Preparing yourself mentally, and […]