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Key Things a Mother Should Ask for in a Divorce

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Divorce Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: February 6, 2024 · Last Updated: February 27, 2026 · 14 min read

A young woman with a speech bubble in front of her face.

In a Texas divorce, ask about conservatorship and a possession schedule, guideline child support, spousal maintenance eligibility, property division, and safety orders. These questions affect your parenting time, finances, and day-to-day stability after the case is final. The sections below explain … [Read more...]

Categories: Divorce Tagged: Divorce, Divorce & Your Children, divorce attorney

What Happens If Spouse Refuses to Be Served Divorce Papers?

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Divorce Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: February 5, 2024 · Last Updated: February 24, 2026 · 10 min read

A wanted for divorce poster with a man in a hat.

Picture this: You're ready to end a toxic chapter of your life, but as you turn the final page, you hit a snag: your spouse won't take the divorce papers. What happens if a spouse refuses to be served divorce papers? It's more common than you might think and can leave anyone feeling stuck. But don't … [Read more...]

Categories: Divorce Tagged: being served, Divorce

Things Not to Say to a Child of Divorce

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Divorce Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: January 30, 2024 · Last Updated: February 5, 2026 · 12 min read

A poster with the words remember the kids are listening.

“I’m okay and I think the kids are doing okay too.  But it’s hard to really know what they are feeling and super hard to know what to tell them,” Mike said to his sister. He continued, “It’s like, I can’t tell them the truth about why we split at this point, they're too young to understand. … [Read more...]

Categories: Divorce Tagged: Child Custody Tag, Divorce

What Is Considered an Unfit Home for a Child: Key Factors

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Child Custody Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: January 24, 2024 · Last Updated: February 5, 2026 · 12 min read

We need to get out of this house.

“He’s a fine dad, he loves the kids, he spends time with them, plays with them, but their room is a disaster, and I fear it’s getting dangerous around that house.  He just doesn’t take care of it and it’s becoming hazardous with peeling paint chipping off the walls and loose wires sticking out … [Read more...]

Categories: Child Custody Tagged: Child Custody Tag, Texas Child Custody Case

The Disadvantages of a Lady Bird Deed in Texas

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Estate Planning Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: January 22, 2024 · Last Updated: February 4, 2026 · 6 min read

The disadvantages of a lady bird deed in texas.

Planning your estate in Texas can feel like a chess game, and the Lady Bird Deed might seem like the winning move. However, this legal tool, designed to streamline property transfer, has its pitfalls. Let's explore why Texas residents may face challenges with a Lady Bird Deed, touching … [Read more...]

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How to Protect Yourself Financially in a Divorce

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Divorce Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: January 20, 2024 · Last Updated: October 13, 2025 · 13 min read

Financial stability during divorce.

"The feeling of holding divorce papers in your hands, marking the formal start of your separation, is similar to being placed on a financial slope. Your mind races with ideas about how to manage your finances during this separation and eventual divorce. The steps you take now can be the difference … [Read more...]

Categories: Divorce Tagged: Dallas Divorce, Divorce

Navigating Your Final Decree of Divorce in Texas

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Divorce Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: January 18, 2024 · Last Updated: March 26, 2026 · 11 min read

That porsche is my baby it's community property.

They say everything's bigger in the Lone Star State, and that includes the significance of a Final Decree of Divorce in Texas. It’s the last step that needs to be taken in order to close the chapter on your marriage. It represents the finish line in a long, exhausting marathon. This legal document … [Read more...]

Categories: Divorce Tagged: Divorce, Final Decree

Understanding 10 Reasons for Sole Legal Custody Decisions

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Child Custody Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: January 17, 2024 · Last Updated: February 2, 2026 · 12 min read

A poster with the words "10 reasons why you shouldn't have custody" highlighting the importance of sole legal custody.

Last month, a close friend of mine was dealing with a custody battle, which soured our coffee catch-ups and left us grappling with tough questions about what's best for a child. It was difficult watching him try to navigate this treacherous path. That journey hit home when we started to unpack … [Read more...]

Categories: Child Custody Tagged: Child Custody Tag, Custody

Strategies on How to Win Temporary Custody Hearing in Texas

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Child Custody Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: January 9, 2024 · Last Updated: March 27, 2026 · 10 min read

A cartoon of a man and a woman in a courtroom engaged in a temporary custody hearing.

"Evidence, evidence evidence Tom.  Soon, you'll be in a courtroom, with your ex on the other side, and the future of your children hanging in the balance as I present evidence about why you should win temporary custody," Tom's attorney said to him. "There will be some anxious moments, but … [Read more...]

Categories: Child Custody Tagged: Child Custody Tag, Temporary Order

Can You Get Divorced While Pregnant? Texas Law Explained

By Christopher Migliaccio · Texas Divorce Attorney · Texas Bar #24053059
Published: January 8, 2024 · Last Updated: February 12, 2026 · 6 min read

Can you get divorced while pregnant in Texas?

Imagine you're on a roller coaster, the kind that twists and turns even when your life is doing backflips. Now, throw in a baby bump into this wild ride, and you've got yourself in one of those moments where everything feels upside down. That's right — we're tackling the heart-pounding question: can … [Read more...]

Categories: Divorce Tagged: Divorce, Paternity Law, pregnancy

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Christopher Migliaccio is Co-Founding Partner and Managing Partner of Warren & Migliaccio, L.L.P., where along with Gary Warren he leads a team of attorneys serving Texas families since 2006. A graduate of Thomas M. Cooley School of Law with a B.A. in Accountancy, he oversees the firm's practice areas including debt defense, bankruptcy, divorce, child custody, and estate planning.

Licensed by the State Bar of Texas (#24053059 ✓), Christopher and his team serve clients statewide for debt defense and estate planning matters, while focusing on North Texas families for bankruptcy and family law cases. His unique financial background and nearly two decades of leadership enable him to ensure each client receives compassionate, strategic guidance.

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