Issue During my 30 years representing clients in divorce cases, adultery is an issue that comes into the conversation very offer and is usually misunderstood by the client. Whether a spouse should allege adultery (infidelity) as a fault ground in a Texas divorce petition, what legal benefits and risks accompany such an allegation, and what must ultimately be
Issue Presented Whether a Texas court may grant a divorce when the wife seeks dissolution of the marriage but the husband refuses to consent, opposes the divorce, or declines to participate in the proceedings. Brief Answer Yes. Texas is a no-fault divorce state, and a spouse cannot legally prevent the other spouse from obtaining a divorce simply by
One of the most misunderstood aspects of divorce is the division of property. Many people mistakenly believe that divorce means everything is automatically split down the middle, while others assume that property remains with the person whose name appears on the title. In reality, the law governing property division depends largely on the state in which the divorce
I am a divorce attorney. My career has been to help people with the dreaded “Divorce”. However, sometimes, I just have to remind people that marriages are sometimes worth saving. Staying married when a relationship is under strain is one of the most difficult challenges a couple can face, particularly when children are involved. As a divorce attorney,
As a Divorce attorney, I see how “mediation” helps my clients gain the control over their divorce cases and how it helps them save thousands of dollars in costly and lengthy litigation. I always advise my clients to pursue the resolution of their cases in “mediation”. Divorce is often one of the most emotionally and financially challenging experiences
Divorce is often one of the most emotionally and financially significant events in a person’s life. While the end of a marriage is rarely easy, the process by which a divorce is resolved can make a profound difference in the long-term well-being of both spouses and their children. In Dallas County, Texas, as throughout the state, divorcing couples
