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Who can file a child custody suit in Texas?

In order to file a child custody suit in Texas, a party must have "standing." Standing is a jurisdictional requirement. If someone files suit without standing, the case should be dismissed. If a court enters an order when someone does not have...

Should you date when going through a divorce?

Many people have made peace that their marriage is ending before the divorce process ever begins. There are many reasons for this including disappointment, adultery, emotional abuse, domestic violence, a generally unhappy marriage or a host of other reasons. While...

How do you establish separate property?

Texas is a community property state, and all property belonging to either spouse is presumed to be community property. Property that either spouse had before the marriage, along with any property either spouse received as a gift or through inheritance, is the...