If you have been involved in a family law dispute, you may have heard of joint managing conservatorship. You may be...
Family Law – General Articles
What are your options if the possession order is not being followed?
Following a divorce or child custody case in Texas, you may be struggling with the concept that you’re no longer able...
What happens to student loans in a divorce?
Texas is a community property state, meaning all property acquired during the marriage by either spouse is presumed to...
Stepparent Adoption Questions Answered
In Texas, an adult who is the stepparent of a child may file for adoption. This post will answer some common questions...
What are your options if you lose at trial?
Judges carefully consider the evidence and arguments presented at a trial before making a final decision, but this...
Holiday Tips for Co-Parents
The holiday season is a special time for getting together with loved ones to make lasting memories with your...
Top 100 Things Lawyers Shouldn’t Have to Tell Family Law Clients
A recent post in a Texas family lawyers group asked attorneys to share "things you think you wouldn't have to tell...
Five Tips on How to Divorce Amicably
Many families find themselves faced with the challenges of separation and divorce. Divorce can be a very stressful...
What is an Amicus Attorney or an Ad Litem?
Depending on the circumstances of your divorce or family law case, you may hear the Latin terms "amicus" and "ad...
Should you mediate your family law case without a lawyer?
Many times I hear potential clients mention the possibility of attending mediation with the opposing party as an...
Getting to Know Holly Draper
Holly Draper is the founder and managing partner of The Draper Law Firm, PC. We asked her a few questions so you...
The DOs and DON’Ts of being a family law litigant
If you ever find yourself involved in a family law matter (or you can envision yourself ending up in one down the...