As you plan to marry, you work towards building a life together and bringing strong careers and financial success. Under Texas law, the court assumes property acquired during marriage is community property owned by both spouses. However, a prenuptial agreement lets...
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What if my child refuses to stay with the parent who has custody?
Because most custody (known as conservatorship in Texas) battles are between two adults, a child might feel like their opinions are not being heard. So, what happens when the custody order arrives but your child resists the arrangement? This article examines how Texas...
2 child support questions gig workers and contractors often ask
When income comes from rideshare driving, freelance projects or contract work, monthly earnings may look different each time. This reality can raise concerns when child support becomes part of the conversation. Texas courts often review income in ways that may seem...
What happens to business valuation disputes in a divorce?
When a divorce involves a business, disagreements over value often drive conflict. In a contested high asset divorce, business valuation disputes can shape property division and long-term finances. Understanding how these disputes unfold helps you prepare and protect...
Can retirement accounts be split unevenly in a Texas divorce?
Dividing retirement accounts can feel confusing during divorce. In Texas, courts do not require an even split, and the result depends on fairness, timing, and the type of account. Knowing the basics helps you understand what may happen with these assets. How Texas...
Is child support taxable income in Texas?
Child support can affect your finances in clear but sometimes misunderstood ways. Taxes often raise questions when money changes hands between parents. Understanding how federal and Texas rules treat child support helps you budget and file taxes with fewer surprises....
Can a prenuptial agreement protect inherited assets in Texas?
When entering a marriage, it’s important to think about how to protect individual assets, especially those with sentimental or financial value. In Texas, many wonder whether a prenuptial agreement can protect inherited property or assets. The answer is yes, but it...
Can you modify a custody order without going to court in Texas?
There are many reasons divorced couples might want to modify their custody orders. For example, job changes, relocation and changes in a child’s needs due to illnesses or disabilities may require both parents to adapt how much time and money they can reasonably invest...
How do Texas courts treat offshore investments in divorce?
Dividing assets in a divorce can become complicated, especially when one or both spouses have investments or financial holdings outside the United States. Texas is a community property state, meaning that courts generally divide assets acquired during the marriage...
How do Texas judges view parental alienation in custody disputes?
When parents separate, emotions can run high. Sometimes, one parent may try to turn a child against the other through manipulation or negative talk. This behavior, known as parental alienation, can deeply affect both the child and the custody outcome. Texas judges...

