Posts in Legal Proceedings
How to Ensure Compliance With Court Order or Agreement

It’s not uncommon for a client to have some concerns when they come to us for a divorce. They know their partner well, and they’re fearful that they may be non-compliant. If you can relate, we can help alleviate those fears. The first order of business, when you’re considering a divorce, is to ensure that you hire a family law attorney who has your back.

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How To Change Your Name In Texas

For whatever reason, you’re interested in changing your name. The reasons one might want to change their name are plentiful. Maybe you just got married and want to take on your spouse’s last name. Perhaps you’ve always gone by a different name than what appears on your birth certificate. Or maybe you’ve just been divorced and you’d like to return to your maiden name. Whatever the reason, the process to change your name in Texas is fairly simple. Let’s take a look.

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What to do when a loved one dies in Texas

Losing a loved one is devastating. Attempting to make sense of all that needs to be done in the midst of grief is dizzying. Trying to make heads or tales of probate law can feel like trying to complete a complicated maze in the middle of dense fog. If you’re feeling confused and/or overwhelmed about what to do next in the wake of a loved one’s death, we’ve got your back.

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What to be careful of in a deposition

Depositions can be a very intimidating process, specifically for someone who is unfamiliar with the process. There are many things that can feel overwhelming in the process like pressure from the opposing counsel and more. There are some common traps to be wary of in your preparation for your deposition.

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3 tips for preparing for your initial consultation with a lawyer

All lawyers meet with their prospective clients in what is known as an initial consultation. This is the in-depth interaction you will have together, and this meeting will allow both parties to decide if you all should work together. Essentially you are both interviewing each other, gaining information and potentially advice even if you choose to not work together.

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What is Probate?

Probate is the legal process of administering the estate of a deceased person. A person’s estate is a collection of everything they owned at the time of their passing. Probate does not end until the property of the deceased is released to their rightful beneficiaries. A person’s estate is typically itemized in their last will and testament to dictate their wishes regarding their belongings.

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Power of Attorney 101

A power of attorney is a key estate planning document. The power of attorney is crucial to grant a trusted party the authority to effectively make legal, financial, and medical decisions on your behalf in the event you are unable to care for yourself. The durable power of attorney and the medical power of attorney documents allow you to protect yourself.

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3 Important Things You Should Know About A Will

In today’s world it is true that you can find almost everything on the internet. Unfortunately many are relying on free forms they find on the internet to disperse their belongings after their passing. And for some, that might be sufficient. But there are numerous questions that are not being answered with the “quickie forms” online.

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What happens to your case when a crisis strikes?

“Patience is a virtue” can only carry a person so far. At the end of the day, you still want your hearings completed, your settlements done and your lives moving on. But unfortunately, when there is a crisis, specifically one that shuts down the court systems, you aren’t always going to get what you want, when you want it.

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Everything is bigger in Texas…even in family law!

You’ve heard the saying, “everything is bigger in Texas.” Or the similar sentiment, “Everything is better in Texas.” While historically the context of these statements was around the big hair, big belt buckles and flashy cowboy boots, it has seeped into a plethora of things about the state of Texas; including divorce proceedings. Did you know that Texas is the only state that allows juries to decide issues that arise in family law disputes?

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