By Brian Tackett | Published April 9, 2015 | Posted in Custody Law, Divorce Law, Family Law, Family Violence | Comments Off on Protective Orders and How They Work
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Protective Orders and How They Work
By Brian K. Tackett This article will cover: Where to apply for a protective order What must be in the application How to get a temporary ex parte protective order What a protective order does Purpose of a Protective Order A protective order may be appropriate for a victim of family violence. The purpose of Read More
Read MoreSocial Media and Divorce: How Facebook Is Changing Your Relationship Status
By Brian K. Tackett Social Media and Divorce Social media has certainly revolutionized the way we live our lives—from reconnecting with old friends and organizing events to influencing dating or marital breakdowns and divorce. That’s right; the addictive and secretive nature of social media has shot up as a leading cause for divorce. While privacy settings Read More
Read MoreFamily Violence in Divorce Cases – What Are the Risks and Consequences?
This article will review: What is family violence How it impacts spousal maintenance How it impacts custody Family violence can be the basis of fault in a divorce Family violence can cause unequal division of the estate Who can apply for protective orders Family Violence Generally First, what is family violence? Family violence is an Read More
Read MoreHow Adultery Affects Divorce
Cheating is devastating for a family, creating deep mistrust and making co-parenting very difficult, but the realities of the judicial system and the often lengthy divorce process have a way of minimizing the importance of infidelity. While no court will condone adultery, one must remember that your district court judge in Texas may have just Read More
Read MoreFiling for Divorce
So you want a divorce. But how does one even go about starting divorce proceedings? Who initiates it? How do you file for a divorce? The purpose of this article is to discuss most basic documents that are filed in a divorce case. These documents are often referred to as pleadings. In the vast majority Read More
Read MoreFinding the Right Custody Lawyer
Child custody proceedings are sensitive for all parties involved and should be handled delicately. While no family intends to end up in a custody battle, even the most amicable separations involving children should use the assistance of an experienced lawyer to reach a custody agreement. Finding a custody lawyer who understands your parental goals and Read More
Read MoreGrounds for a Divorce
In the State of Texas, there are “fault” grounds for a divorce and “no-fault” grounds for a divorce. Most divorces are filed as “no-fault” divorces. But often times, the actions of one spouse may be the cause of the divorce. The purpose of this article is to describe the various grounds for divorce in Texas. Read More
Read MoreQuestions to Ask a Divorce Attorney
While everybody hopes for always and forever when they say, “I do,” sometimes things just do not work out as planned. Whenever divorce is inevitable and you are thinking about hiring a divorce attorney, it is important to find the right one for your case. This may take some time and homework, but don’t settle Read More
Read MoreCollaborative Family Law
Handling family issues requires patience, finesse and mutual respect if relationships are to remain amiable following a disagreement. Sometimes issues within the family can become so heated or complicated that they escalate into situations where going to court sounds like the most reasonable method of settling the complication. But before deciding to go to court, Read More
Read MoreThe Divorce Process in Texas
As a party in a new divorce case, the process can seem confusing and overwhelming. There is no template that every divorce can follow. The issues to be addressed in a divorce case are fairly consistent: Who has primary custody of the kids? What will be the possession schedule for the non-custodial parent? How much Read More
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