Many times, members of the military are stationed in Texas, yet were married in another state. As a result, when such persons decide to get a divorce, they want to file it in Texas and go the court here. What requirements must a serviceperson satisfy to be able to do...
Practicing Family Law With Heart For More Than 25 Years
Month: July 2013
No gay marriage in Texas, but two couples seek gay divorce
The Texas Supreme Court is currently hearing two consolidated appeals to determine whether same-sex couples, who are currently not allowed to marry in Texas, can nevertheless obtain a divorce in the state if they were legally married elsewhere. Both of the couples...
What you need to know about prenuptial agreements
While most people in Texas and nationwide have read about the use of prenuptial agreements by athletes, movie stars and other celebrities, many don't know much about the actual content of such agreements and their usefulness for non-celebrities. There a few basic...
Texas same-sex couples debating whether or not to leave
A growing number of states now allow same-sex marriages and other allow civil unions. That coupled with the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision providing federal benefits to legally married same sex couples has some same-sex couples in committed relationships in Texas...
Prenuptial agreements not just for the super wealthy
Yes, it's true. If you are a billionaire with a global business empire or a movie star receiving millions of dollars for each new movie, a before you get married is almost a given. But you hardly need to be Donald Trump, Rupert Murdoch or Brad Pitt to avail yourself...