In a Texas custody consultation, ask questions that translate your parenting goal into the rights a judge can actually enforce: conservatorship, possession and access, the right to designate primary residence, child support, and county procedure. These topics are governed mainly by Tex. Fam. Code … [Read more...]
My Wife Moved Out What Are My Rights and How Do I Protect Them
If your wife moved out, you may be wondering, “my wife moved out what are my rights”. You may feel unsure about what to do next and how to handle your home, property, child custody, and finances. As the remaining spouse, this change in living arrangements can feel overwhelming. This article will … [Read more...]
How Many U.S. Cities Have Declared Bankruptcies? What We Can Learn
Bankruptcy can be a daunting experience, not only for individuals but also for cities and municipalities. When a city declares bankruptcy, it often signals a deeper systemic issue involving financial mismanagement, economic downturns, or both. If you’ve ever wondered how many U.S. cities have … [Read more...]
Getting a Credit Card After Bankruptcy: A Texas Rebuild Guide
Most people can get a credit card after bankruptcy shortly after discharge, though Chapter 13 filers may need court permission first. Chapter 7 filers usually do better by waiting until the discharge enters and their credit reports update. From there, the safest first move is one low-fee rebuild … [Read more...]
Moving Out of State With a Child Before Divorce: What Texas Law Says
Moving out of state with a child before divorce is not automatically illegal in Texas when no court order exists — but it can trigger emergency motions, damage your custody position, and shift jurisdiction away from Texas under the UCCJEA. The answer depends on whether anyone has filed anything with … [Read more...]
Will My Employer Know If I File Chapter 7? What Texas Law Says
In most Texas Chapter 7 cases, your employer is not notified when you file. Employer notice usually happens only if payroll must stop an active wage garnishment or your employer is also a listed creditor. The rest of this article explains the other narrow exceptions and the workplace protections … [Read more...]
How Long Does Spousal Support Last in Texas? What Texas Law Says
How long court-ordered spousal maintenance lasts in Texas usually depends on the length of the marriage, but there are exceptions. Under Tex. Fam. Code § 8.054, maintenance generally lasts no more than five years in certain family-violence cases involving marriages under 10 years and in marriages of … [Read more...]
Questions to Ask a Family Lawyer During Your First Consultation
The most important questions to ask a family lawyer during consultation cover their experience with cases like yours, how they structure fees, who handles your case day to day, how they'll communicate with you, and what outcomes are realistic under Texas law. Walking in prepared helps you compare … [Read more...]
Non-Custodial Parent Rights in Texas: What the Law Actually Says
Non-custodial parent rights in Texas include access to your child's medical and educational records, the right to attend school activities, and possession time under the Standard Possession Order. Texas calls the non-custodial parent a "possessory conservator," and your specific rights depend on … [Read more...]
Parental Kidnapping Texas Law: What Parents Need to Know
Parental kidnapping in Texas is usually charged as interference with child custody under Tex. Penal Code § 25.03. A person commits that offense by taking or keeping a child younger than 18 in violation of a court order. Under current Texas law, the offense is generally a state jail felony. In some … [Read more...]
What Is a Guardian Ad Litem in Texas and What Do They Do?
A guardian ad litem in Texas is a court-appointed advocate whose only job is to represent a child's best interests during a custody case (called conservatorship and possession and access under Texas law), divorce, or CPS case. Under Texas Family Code Chapter 107, a guardian ad litem investigates the … [Read more...]
How Long After Bankruptcy Can I Buy a Car in Texas?
In Texas, you can usually buy a car after your bankruptcy is discharged. For many Chapter 7 filers, the discharge order is entered about four months after filing if no objection is filed. In an open Chapter 13 case, do not sign for new vehicle debt until you have gone through the trustee and local … [Read more...]
Spendthrift Trust in Texas: How It Works and Who It Protects
A Texas spendthrift trust lets a trustee manage and distribute assets for a beneficiary while generally keeping the beneficiary from transferring the interest and generally keeping most creditors from reaching trust assets before distribution, subject to exceptions under Texas and federal law. Tex. … [Read more...]
Health Insurance After Divorce in Texas: What You Need to Know
If you are on your spouse's health insurance plan, do not assume coverage lasts until or beyond the day the judge signs your divorce decree. In many employer plans, divorce ends your eligibility as a spouse when the divorce becomes final, while Texas courts can use temporary restraining orders or … [Read more...]
Can One Spouse File Bankruptcy in Texas? What Texas Law Says
Yes, one spouse can file for bankruptcy in Texas without the other. The filing only appears on the filing spouse's credit report. But because Texas is a community property state, the non-filing spouse can still be affected in ways most couples don't see coming (Tex. Fam. Code § 3.002). At … [Read more...]
Is Spousal Support Taxable in Texas? What the Law Actually Says
For most Texas divorce or separation instruments executed after December 31, 2018, qualifying spousal support is not taxable to the recipient and not deductible to the payer. Pre-2019 orders may still use the older deductible-and-taxable rules unless a later modification expressly adopts the newer … [Read more...]
Divorce Mistakes to Avoid in Texas: What Texas Law Says
The biggest divorce mistakes to avoid in Texas include hiding assets, posting on social media, letting emotions drive decisions, ignoring temporary orders or county standing orders, and rushing into a Final Decree you do not understand. Who This Helps vs. Who Needs Something Else This guide … [Read more...]
What Not to Do Before Filing Bankruptcy: What Texas Law Says (North Texas Guide)
What not to do before filing bankruptcy: Don’t run up new credit card charges, transfer or hide assets, repay family or one creditor, or cash out retirement accounts. In Texas, exemption rules and federal lookback periods can turn these moves into trustee problems or nondischargeable debt. Get legal … [Read more...]
How to Help Your Child Cope With Divorce in Texas
How to help your child cope with divorce in Texas starts with calm, honest talks, a steady routine in both homes, and keeping them out of adult conflict. Plan for exchange days and schedule changes early, because Texas possession schedules can be hardest on kids during transitions. … [Read more...]
What Are Non-Exempt Assets in Chapter 7 in Texas?
Non-exempt assets in Chapter 7 in Texas are property or equity not covered by Texas or federal exemptions. The bankruptcy trustee may sell the non-exempt value to pay unsecured creditors. Common examples include extra vehicles, non-homestead real estate, and cash above exemption limits. Since … [Read more...]
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