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Family Law & Child Protective Services: From Start to Trial
Remember the hypothetical family in the “vodka tonic incident” outlined in our last post? Fast forward to the aftermath. After that night, the couple decides to get divorced. However, the wife also calls Child Protective Services, who investigates and opens a case....
When you Have Both Family Law and a CPS Case
Imagine a woman having two vodka tonics every night, and almost every night she and her husband get into an argument. She likes to throw her vodka tonic in his face (just the liquid, and not the glass). Just last night, the wife had two vodka tonics, as usual. She...
How do I Ask for a Prenup?
If you’re thinking about a prenuptial agreement, you may be feeling nervous about bringing up the topic with your fiancé or partner. You may be asking yourself: How do I ask for a prenup? Or, maybe your fiancé wants a prenup and you feel uncomfortable about it. Don’t...
Why You Need a Prenup for Your Second Marriage
Many people who come to me for help as a prenup lawyer have been through a difficult divorce in the past. Divorces in Austin can be particularly complex and expensive. This is because Texas is one of only a few “community property” states. Community property is...
Why Couples Get Prenuptial Agreements
Prenuptial agreements are a common step before marriage in Texas. A prenuptial agreement, or prenup as they’re commonly known, is simply an agreement between partners about what happens when the marriage ends, either by divorce or death. All marriages end. As a prenup...
Can I Get a Prenup After Marriage?
Can I get a prenup after marriage? No, you cannot get a prenup if you are already married. But, there’s still good news. If you’re already married and wishing you had signed a prenup, it’s not too late for you and your spouse. You can still sign a postnuptial...
Divorce Mediation Lawyer
In divorce mediation, a neutral third party, known as a mediator, will help you and your spouse to resolve conflicts. The goal of mediation is to resolve your divorce out of court by agreement, rather than fight it out in court. Settling divorce out of court Settling...
Two Types of Divorce in Texas: Contested and Uncontested
There are two main types of divorce in Texas: Uncontested Divorce and Contested Divorce. What’s the Difference Between Contested Divorce and Uncontested Divorce? This is one of the most common questions I get as a divorce lawyer in Austin, TX. Contested Divorce A...
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