Monthly Archives: July 2026
When Disability Is Not Enough: Lessons from McCulloch v. McCulloch on Modifying Texas Spousal Maintenance
Lessons from McCulloch v. McCulloch on Modifying Texas Spousal Maintenance The Austin Court of Appeals’ opinion in McCulloch v. McCulloch, No. 03-24-00518-CV, 2026 WL 1872638, filed June 30, 2026, is a useful reminder that a party seeking to modify support obligations in Texas must do more than point to a changed label, diagnosis, or… Read More »
Protective Orders In Texas Family Law Cases
Protective orders usually come up during some of the most stressful times a family can face. Claims about threats, harassment, family violence, or safety concerns can quickly shift the course of a divorce or custody case. These orders are meant to offer quick legal protection, but they can also have lasting effects beyond the… Read More »
What Happens If A Parent Refuses To Follow The Possession Schedule?
Possession schedules are meant to give children stability and help parents know what to expect after a divorce or custody case in Dallas. Sometimes, though, a parent does not follow the court’s orders. This can mean denying visits, refusing exchanges, changing the schedule without agreement, or ignoring the order completely. These situations are not… Read More »
When A Texas Divorce Requires Expert Witnesses
Most people see divorce as a legal battle focused on emotions, parenting plans, and splitting up bank accounts. That’s sometimes true, but more complex divorces can look very different. As people’s finances and assets become more complicated, divorce often turns into a financial dispute. Cases with business ownership, large investment portfolios, executive pay, or… Read More »
When Can You Use a Mandamus in Texas Family Law?
When Is Mandamus Worth Pursuing? Most family lawyers know what a mandamus is. Fewer know when it is actually worth pursuing. I often describe a mandamus as an “emergency appeal,” and while that is not technically precise, it is a useful way to think about it. Unlike a traditional appeal, which occurs after a… Read More »
Fraud on the Community in Texas: Where We Are in 2026
What Is Considered Fraud On The Community In Texas? Texas family lawyers have long confronted one of the most frustrating forms of marital misconduct: the spouse who secretly transfers, wastes, conceals, or diverts community assets before or during divorce. Whether the conduct involves gifts to a paramour, unexplained depletion of accounts, transfers to family… Read More »
Emergency Custody Orders In Texas
Concerns about a child’s immediate safety are some of the most urgent issues in family law. If a parent thinks a child is in danger, waiting for a regular court hearing may not be possible. Texas law allows courts to step in quickly and issue emergency orders when needed. While these situations are emotional,… Read More »
Texas UCCJEA Interstate Child Custody Jurisdiction Still Matters: Two Reminders
Family lawyers often focus on conservatorship, possession, and support issues while treating UCCJEA questions as a preliminary hurdle. Two recent Texas cases remind us why that approach can be dangerous. One very recent case from the Texas Supreme Court in June 2026, In re Interest of K.N., ___ S.W.3d ___ No. 24-0881, 2026 WL… Read More »