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Hague Convention Child Abduction Cases In Texas
When one parent takes a child across international borders without the other parent’s consent, the legal and emotional impact can be immediate and serious. These cases are usually more complex than typical custody disputes because they involve different legal systems, international treaties, and urgent concerns about a child’s safety. As a Texas family law… Read More »
Don’t Forget the Calendar: Affirmative Defenses That Can Defeat Texas Property Enforcement Claims
Post-divorce Property Disputes Often Begin With A Simple Complaint “My ex never turned over the property awarded in the decree.” “My ex never paid the money required by the decree.” “We discovered an asset that was never divided.” The natural tendency is to focus on ownership, valuation, tracing, or enforcement. In many cases, however,… Read More »
What To Do If Your Child Is Taken To Another Country Without Permission
Few things are more frightening for a parent than finding out their child has been taken to another country without permission. Often, the parent who takes the child believes they are doing what is best, while the other parent sees it as a violation of custody rights and court orders. These cases can quickly… Read More »
When a Premarital Agreement Replaces “Just and Right”
Why Hutcherson May Be One of the Most Important Texas Premarital Agreement Cases in Years Texas family lawyers have long understood that premarital agreements can alter property rights. What was less clear was how far that contractual power extended once a divorce court was asked to exercise its broad equitable authority under Texas Family… Read More »
What To Expect In A Contested Divorce In The State of Texas
When people hear the term “contested divorce,” they often assume it simply means that spouses disagree with one another. While disagreement is certainly part of the equation, a contested divorce in Texas typically involves far more than arguments over who gets what property or where children will live. In many cases, contested divorces require… Read More »
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 »