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Should You Meet with a Divorce Lawyer Before You’re Ready to File? Five Reasons Why It’s Better to Be Proactive, Not Reactive
Meeting with a divorce lawyer before filing for divorce can help you understand your rights, explore your options, and strategically prepare for a smooth and successful process, when and if you do decide to end your marriage. Key Takeaways: Meeting with a divorce lawyer early helps you understand your rights and options, empowering you…
Texas Divorce Laws That Might Surprise You (And How They Could Affect Your Case)
Texas divorce laws include unique rules and nuances that can significantly impact your case, from community property division procedures and spousal maintenance limits, to waiting periods and restrictions on finalizing a divorce during pregnancy. Key Takeaways: While marital assets are divided under community property laws, courts consider factors like income disparity and fault when…
Signs You’re In A High-Conflict Divorce (And How To Respond)
No one wants to find themselves in the midst of a long, expensive, contentious legal battle, but due to the intense emotional and financial nature of divorce, there is always potential for this to be your reality if you’ve decided to end your marriage. High-conflict divorce cases can take an immense toll on a…
Paternity and Family Relationships
Family relationships can be complicated, and the typical nuclear family is not always the standard father, mother, 2.5 children, and a dog. While a family—for emotional purposes—can be whomever you chose it to be when considering legal implications of who is family, Texas looks to the Texas Family Code. A “mother” is defined as…
Why Do I Need to Establish Paternity?
Establishing paternity is a crucial step for both parents and children, providing legal rights, financial support, and emotional stability. In this blog post, we will delve into the significance of establishing paternity and offer practical tips to help you navigate this process smoothly. At the Law Offices of Lisa G. Garza, P.C., we understand the complexities…
Top 5 Child Custody Mistakes to Avoid
Are you going through a child custody battle? It can be a stressful and emotional time, but it’s important to avoid common mistakes that could potentially harm your case. As a family law attorney, I’ve seen clients make these mistakes time and time again. In this blog post, I’ll share the top 5 child custody mistakes…