Decatur Family Law and Probate Attorney
If you find yourself in the middle of a divorce and expect to owe child support, you might have a considerable amount of anxiety as a result of your future obligations. After all, missing child support payments could create serious hardships in your life, whether you...
Losing a loved one is never easy. But it can be especially hard when you’re named the executor of their estate. Although the sentimentality of it all can cause you to hesitate as you navigate the probate process, you should try to avoid making some of the common...
Parents in Texas understand that even if they are no longer in a relationship together, they are both responsible for providing for their child's needs. This means ensuring their child has a place to live, appropriate food and clothing and the other necessities of...
The probate court follows Texas Intestate Succession statutes when an individual dies without a will. The deceased’s assets get distributed based on whether the individual left behind a surviving spouse or children. According to Texas.gov, when a married couple does...
Any Wise County resident who has a loved one who cannot fully take care of themselves may have to consider getting a guardianship for them. Texans usually have to seek out a guardianship if their loved one is a minor child or is an adult but has special needs that...
Texas community property laws generally divide a couple’s marital property and shared debts. As noted by the Texas Family Code, unless debts classify as a spouse’s separate responsibility, spouses may claim offsets or reimbursements for debts incurred while married....
Planning for the future is essential, especially when it comes to protecting the well-being and future of your children. One aspect of estate planning is selecting a guardian who will care for your children in the event of your untimely passing. While it can be a...
Whether you have joint or sole custody of your child, you have certain rights and obligations when it comes to international travel with your child. In this blog post, we will explain some of the options you have if your former spouse wants to take your child overseas...
An estate administrator has important duties associated with settling the estate and handling probate. At times, however, an executor may die. While this contingency is rare, it can complicate estate administration and probate. Naming a successor executor may avoid...
Divorce can be difficult for everyone involved. For minor children, who have no say and no control, it is a source of extreme upheaval and oftentimes anxiety or depression. Because it can impact children deeply, it is important to handle informing them about the...
