In Texas, witnesses can be legally compelled to testify in a divorce case through a formal legal order called a subpoena. This surprises many people. Divorce proceedings don’t always come to mind when thinking about witnesses and courtroom testimony, but contested divorces — especially those involving property disputes, child custody, domestic violence allegations, or business…

It happens all the time: The divorce court hands down a final judgment and one or both parties are unhappy with the outcome. If you are dissatisfied with the final judgment in your divorce case, whether it is because you wanted sole custody instead of shared parenting or because you wanted your former spouse to…

After a divorce, many Texans find happiness in a new relationship. Some time passes after the divorce, the new significant other becomes increasingly significant, and before you know it, marriage is on the table again. Before you head down the aisle again, it is important to understand how remarrying could affect the terms of your…

No matter your occupation, getting a divorce has the ability to flip your professional life upside down. Divorce has significant implications for almost every aspect of someone’s life. Unfortunately, if you are a physician getting divorced, the financial difficulties in getting a divorce can be amplified to a greater extent. In this blog, we will delve deeper into the…

Texas has a serious problem with domestic violence. Not only does it have high rates of domestic violence, but it also has a significant problem with police officers being assaulted when they respond to reports of domestic violence. Understandably, Texas law takes domestic violence seriously and the presence of domestic violence has the potential to…

Couples getting divorced in Texas often find that they are unable to resolve their differences without professional help. And no wonder – after years of marriage, a couple’s communication patterns are often unproductive but very difficult to change. Furthermore, each partner is likely to have strong feelings and preferences on various issues that likely are incompatible with…

Some marriages end amicably, while others necessitate court intervention in order to keep one party safe from the other. When an individual does not take the prospect of divorce very well, he or she may resort to criminal behavior such as stalking, domestic violence, or harassment. When this occurs, the Texas courts issue a ‘no-contact’ order-otherwise known…

Going through a divorce at any age can be emotionally and financially challenging, but older couples face unique complexities and obstacles as they dissolve their marriage. This is often referred to as a “gray divorce” – one that involves couples who are 50 years of age or older. As the couple navigates the emotional, financial,…