Divorce Mistakes To Avoid: Family Edition
As a firm that practices Family Law, a large number of our cases involve divorce and it is no wonder – the common statistic is that 50% of all marriages end in divorce. Divorce can be complex and messy. It can feel like you don’t know what the right thing to do is. That’s why we’ve compiled this guide […]
Why Should I Choose Mediation?
Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution method where a neutral third party, also known as a mediator, helps the disagreeing parties find a mutual resolution to their conflict. The parties communicate through the mediator, allowing the communication to be filtered in the interest of achieving harmony. The role of the attorney in mediation is to […]
Considerations When Naming an Executor in your Will
One important consideration in your will is naming an executor. This is the person designated to bear the task of carrying out the terms of your will. The executor of an estate is a fiduciary. This means that they owe fiduciary duties to the beneficiaries of your will when performing their responsibilities during the probate […]
Can I Sue My Facebook Friend?
Q: If someone else uses my Facebook photo, can I sue? A: Yes, IF you created the photos and you have obtained a copyright on them. The copyright can be filed immediately prior to filing suit, but to recover attorney’s fees and damages, the copyright needs to have been filed either within three months of […]
What is Common-Law Marriage
In Texas, common-law marriage, or informal marriage, is where a man and woman become husband and wife without getting a marriage license or having a religious ceremony. This form of marriage confers all the same rights we recognize in a formal or traditional marriage. Before its independence, Texas laws were based on Spanish and European […]
Special Needs Trust: What to Know About Estate Planning with Special Needs Children
When you begin the estate planning process, it is important to consider any special circumstances in your life that may need to be factored into your estate planning. One of the most common special circumstances arises when you have child with special needs. If you have a child with special needs, you may need to […]
Naming an Executor: What You Should Know
When having a will drafted, one of the important things to consider is naming an executor. This is the person designated to bear the task of carrying out the terms of the will. The executor of an estate is a fiduciary. They owe fiduciary duties to the beneficiaries when performing their responsibilities during the probate […]
Why You Should Never DIY Estate Planning
Please, we beg of you: Don’t go the do-it-yourself route. There are many internet sites, television and radio ads telling us how easy it is to write your own Will. You may have even heard a family member talk about a hand-written Will, but they don’t tell you about the dangers. There are several things […]
Top Ten Questions to Ask When Estate Planning
Now That You Have Decided to Create Your Estate Plan, You Want to Be Sure You Cover All Your Bases and Leave Nothing Out. An experienced Estate Planning attorney will help you go over various scenarios and be certain you have everything covered in all the right documents. While not a comprehensive list, here are […]
Military Benefits in Family Law Cases
When one spouse is in the military, a divorce case isn’t as straightforward as those for civilians might be. There are benefits available to military members that must be considered as part of any family law case. Medical Benefits Program The medical benefits program available to active-duty service members, retirees, and family members is called TRICARE. After a divorce, […]