Texas is considered a “community property” state. This means that starting when a couple create the marriage, all the assets and all of the debts are shared in common. The process of unraveling the community is called “divorce.” An analogy that I like to use is that of a big clay pot sitting on a […]
Today is a great day for one Houston father. Today, this father’s child custody case comes to a triumphant resolution. Late last year, the mother of his child took the baby out of state and refused efforts to reconcile. Once out of state, the mother spread lies about the father. To make matters worse for […]
Why do we make a big deal about New Year’s Resolutions? People make New Year’s resolutions as a way to set goals for themselves and make positive changes in their lives. It is a tradition that dates back to ancient civilizations and many people see the start of a new year as a chance to […]
Have you heard the term mediation? What does that mean? Mediation is a process in which a neutral third party, called a mediator, helps people in conflict reach a mutually acceptable resolution. In Family Law, mediation can be a useful tool for parties who want to avoid the time, expense, and emotional toll of litigation. […]