How Is Property Divided after a Divorce in Texas?
One of the most common questions divorcing parties ask in Texas, is “who gets the house?” During Texas divorce proceedings, property division is a main focal point. Texas is a “community property state.” That means that all the income earned and property attained during a marriage is regarded by the courts as community property or, […]
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All About the End of the “Remain in Mexico” Policy
The Trump administration left some lasting legacies behind that are likely to show for generations. Among his most controversial and consequential moves in office were his immigration policies. Believe it or not, in his 4-year term, President Trump signed over 400 executive orders on immigration, with it being such a hot button issue for his […]
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Visitation Laws In Texas: History & Legal Precedents
Texas courts notoriously favor shared custody of children in the event of divorce. These arrangements are believed to provide the best possible outcomes for children. While that may be the case, it can lead to complicated child custody and visitation situations. This makes understanding visitation law challenging but is essential. Learn about some of the […]
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Immigration & the Biden Administration: Expectations for 2021
As America celebrates the birth of a new administration, the questions of policy and action loom in many areas of life. Out of the many targets of the Trump administration, immigration was easily a top target, even being a core part of Trump’s presidential campaign. Now that Biden has taken the helm, people are curious […]
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What To Do When You Need A Protective Order
Making a decision to protect yourself and your family can feel difficult, especially when you must go to extreme measures to do so. Having to get a protective order can feel overwhelming and complicated. Doing what’s right to ensure your safety has no barriers, however. Victims of domestic violence or even potential violence have the […]
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Immigration, COVID-19, & Xenophobia In Pandemic Response
For likely as long as America has existed, immigration has been an issue in some form or fashion. For normal citizens, immigration ends up being a problem of identity and trust. They may face questions such as, “Those immigrants can’t assimilate into our culture,” or “How do we know they’ll respect our values and ideals?” […]
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From Kings to Common Law: Divorce in the Past and Present
The topic of divorce can be a very painful one for many people. The realities of divorce affect thousands of families in the United States every year. And while it’s not a topic of conversation that many like to discuss, it is a reality in today’s society, but the process wasn’t always as straight forward. […]
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The Road to Citizenship: What To Expect from the Process
Mark Twain once said, “citizenship is what makes a republic, monarchies can get along without it.” Captured in a small phrase, Twain conveyed the responsibility and necessity of citizenship to a country that operates as a republic. People understand that citizenship comes with its benefits but it is also wrought with responsibilities and duties to […]
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Frequently Asked Questions On Immigration Matters
The immigration process in the United States is a broad topic. People have a lot of pertinent and important questions when embarking on any kind of immigration process for the United States. We thought we’d dedicate a page to some of the questions we see frequently on some of these topics. It is difficult to […]
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Fact & Fiction: Classic Family Law and Child Custody Cases in Film
Like every other area of legal practice, family law carries its own set of complex characteristics. Not only is it an area of law that is quite involved, but there is an undeniable amount of human emotion that is embedded in every case. As family law attorneys, we know just how difficult these cases can […]
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