Divorce Articles

What happens to a stay-at-home-mom (or dad) in a divorce?

Unfortunately, the state of Texas is not very kind to stay-at-home parents in divorce.  Texas is a community property state, so anything made by the working spouse during the marriage is subject to being divided (usually 50/50).  This is great if the...

Will I have to pay child support or will I receive child support?

Child support is a critical element of a child custody case in Texas.  In the majority of cases, one party or the other does end up paying child support.  Here are several important factors to consider in determining whether or not you would have to pay...

Can I keep the house?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions I hear during divorce consultations.  The answer is much more complicated than a simple yes or no.  There are several questions that need to be answered first: Is the house community property or separate...

What is mediation?

In most courts in Collin, Denton and Dallas counties, mediation is required before you can have a final trial in a family law matter.  In some of the courts it isn't required but is "strongly encouraged."  In my opinion, almost every case is appropriate for...

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