Texas Postnuptial Agreements: What You Need to Know
26 September 2022 by Turner Thornton
Most of us have heard of prenuptial agreements, but what about postnuptial agreements? In Texas, a postnuptial agreement works similarly to a prenuptial agreement, but with one big difference: A postnuptial agreement is signed after a couple is married. A prenup is signed before the marriage. So what exactly is a postnuptial agreement and why might a couple want one during their marriage? In this article, our family law attorneys explain Texas postnupital agreements, including what is required...
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Terminating Child Support in Texas: When Can I Stop Paying?
15 July 2022 by Turner Thornton
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Stepparent Adoption in Texas: What You Need to Know
14 June 2022 by Turner Thornton
Thinking about adopting your stepchild? This noble gesture will not only cement the deep bond between you and your stepchild, but it will provide lifelong stability and security to a principal member of the family unit. In some cases, stepparent adoption in Texas can be complicated, but with the right preparation and guidance, you can make this dream a reality. In this blog post, we’ll go over what you need to know about step-parent adoption in Texas. But first, please watch this video by...
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Texas Divorce Discovery Rules: What Do I Have to Turn Over to My Ex? [2023]
09 May 2022 by Turner Thornton
If you are in the process of divorce, you may be surprised to learn that the law requires you to turn over voluminous information to your spouse and his or her attorney. This includes financial records, property documents, child insurance information, the list goes on. The good news is that the law works both ways, meaning your ex will also have to disclose their information. In this article, we are going to go over the Texas divorce discovery process and explain the rules and what information must...
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Parental Alienation in Texas: What You Need to Know [2022]
14 April 2022 by Turner Thornton
In contentious child custody disputes, it’s not uncommon for one parent to try and turn their child against the other. It’s called parental alienation and, unfortunately, it’s a phenomenon we see far too often in the family law arena. In this article, we will discuss parental alienation in Texas and explain why this type of behavior is damaging to the child and can cause long-term emotional damage. What is parental alienation in Texas? Parental alienation, or Parental Alienation...
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Texas Standard Possession Order | 2023 Standard Possession Calendar
29 March 2022 by Turner Thornton
Note: If you are looking for the 2024 Standard Possession Calendar, go here. Child visitation can be one of the most contentious issues in divorce and custody cases. That’s why the Texas legislature created a visitation schedule – called the Standard Possession Order (SPO) – for parents to follow if they can’t come to a mutual agreement on possession times and days. The SPO is an order issued by the judge that spells out the days and times that the noncustodial parent has...
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8 Pitfalls of Failing to Pay Child Support in Texas [2023]
24 March 2022 by Turner Thornton
If you are a parent who is struggling to make ends meet, you may be tempted to stop paying child support. This is a huge mistake. Not only could it damage your relationship with your child, but you could also face jail time and other negative consequences. In this blog post, we will discuss the eight biggest pitfalls of failing to pay child support in Texas (don’t miss #2). Please also take a moment to watch the informative videos from Turner Thornton, an experienced family law attorney at...
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