Divorce is often difficult, and if you are going through one, you may be focused on the ways your spouse has wronged you. However, it is important to turn your attention to your assets and how to protect them. In general, a judge is not interested in the details of...
Decatur, Texas Family Law And Probate Blog
How to show you’re committed to shared parenting
Shared parenting is the ideal situation when parents in Texas separate but it isn't always easy for the noncustodial parent to get their court-ordered time with their children. The good news is, noncustodial parents have rights. There are some things you can do to...
What are the types of guardianships?
In the state of Texas, a guardianship is typically associated with children who don't have parents to look out for them. However, there are times when an adult might need to be appointed a guardian. A guardianship can help adults look after themselves and maintain...
What are the duties of an estate administrator?
Once you write a will, you need to select an executor. The primary role of the executor is to follow the directions of the will once you pass on. However, if you die without writing a will, your next of kin will mostly likely be appointed the estate administrator, and...
Credit card rewards and divorce
In a divorce, it's likely that you're going to face legal battles surrounding almost everything you owned together. Although ownership of companies and stocks in Texas are certainly one of the most important and thus get the most spotlight, there are other...
Co-parenting a child with health issues
Co-parenting in Texas is already a challenge. If you're raising a child with health issues like diabetes, staying in touch with your former spouse becomes even more important. You'll need to maintain a constant line of communication about your child's health,...
Handling Airline Miles After Divorce
There are few reward programs as valuable as airline miles, as they add up quickly and allow you to see the world outside of Decatur, Texas and the greater Wise County community. You and your spouse may save your airline miles for years to make them valuable, but your...
Who can challenge a will?
A will in Texas might be legally binding, but that doesn't mean it's set in stone. Certain parties can challenge the will if they have reason to believe that the will is invalid or they're entitled to a bigger share of the estate. These parties are typically known as...
How thoughtful planning may reduce co-parenting challenges
Working together with your ex on anything after divorce might not sound like something you interested in doing. But when you have children together, being cordial with one another can make a world of difference for you and your kids. Whether you think you can...
Child support modification: How to ask for help and the process that comes with it
When Texas couples who have children go through a divorce, one of the parties will often be asked to pay child support. This is usually assigned to the parent that does not hold custody of the child. Unfortunately, this requirement is often rushed and thus places a...