A divorce usually entails determining a plan for any children a couple might have and dividing property and debts. An individual can get a divorce in Texas if they or their spouse have lived in the state for six months or longer. However, a couple us...
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Grandparents’ rights and child custody in Texas
Sometimes, situations will occur in families that make grandparents feel they should try to get custody of a grandchild. Texas does recognize grandparent rights, but in order for a grandparent to receive custody of a child, certain factors must first...
Read MoreGay marriage ruling may impact Texas family law
Judges from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit heard arguments on Jan. 9 related to gay marriage bans in Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi. After the arguments, two of the judges expressed doubt about the legality of the bans. One of the ju...
Read MoreVisitation rights in Texas
When divorcing parents are able to communicate and work together, a judge may order reasonable visitation rights to the non-custodial parent. What this means is that the judge is asking the parents to come up with a visitation plan on their own. Whil...
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