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Interview Of A Child In Chambers Did you know that in a custody battle, a party can request that the judge interview the child? In a non-jury trial or at a hearing, the amicus attorney (attorney of the court or custody evaluator) can ask the court to interview a child. The child’s attorney also known as an attorney ad litem may also apply for an interview on behalf of the child. In addition, the court, on its own motion may interview the child. The purpose is to find out which parent or party (if grandparents are involved) should have primary…Read More

In Texas, A Spouse Can Ask The Court For Spousal Maintenance, Also Known As Spousal Support Or Alimony Spousal maintenance is more commonly asked for by a homemaker (housewife) or a disabled spouse. However, there are factors that must be considered. See below. A spouse who receives the court order pay spousal support pays it directly to the receiving spouse. Also, the receiving spouse can ask the court to order the money to be paid by the paying spouse’s employer. This money (support amount) is tax deductible to the paying spouse and taxable to the receiving spouse. Whether the court…Read More

Annulment is a lawsuit where a spouse asks the judge to declare his or her marriage invalid for particular reason(s) that existed at the beginning of the marriage. There is a difference between annulment and divorce. In a divorce, the court rules that a valid marriage has ended. However, in a suit for annulment, the court rules as if the marriage never happened. According to Chapter 6 of the Texas Family Code, there are legal grounds or reasons for annulment, such as: 1. Underage. A lawsuit to annul a marriage may not be filed by a parent or legal guardian after the 18th…Read More

When You Treat Your Marriage Like A Business Transaction, You Become Married To A Business Partner Many relationships have lost intimacy, and they are at an all-time low. There is deficit in their love tank. Why? We live in a time and age where people are less likely to commit and more apt to exit. If it looks too hard or feel inconvenience, there is a mentality that it must be wrong or broken. This deficit is what I call the debt of divorce. Literally, a relationship can go from care to toleration. A better Foundation for marriages is covenant.…Read More

Mediation Is Fast Approaching. What Do I Need To Take With Me To A Divorce Mediation? It is good to be prepared – even better to be over-prepared than to be unready. Also note that when you have an attorney with you, there is more ease. An attorney-mediator is a trained professional who can explain your rights to you. Although it is not necessary to have an attorney present at a mediation, it is to your advantage – especially if your current spouse already retained an attorney. As a refresher, Mediation is faster, friendlier, more affordable, and confidential. This is a safe way for…Read More

How Do I Get Divorced For Free? If you cannot afford an attorney for your divorce case, there are options. There are laws that allows an indigent to get a divorce at no or low cost. When you file a suit for divorce in the proper court, you need to pay your filing and court fees. These fees depend on the county and state where you file. In Harris county, effective January 1, 2019, the court cost for divorce with no children is $273; divorce with children costs $300. These amounts do not include the cost of serving, that is…Read More

How To Handle Divorce With Kids A study from Very Well Family shows that: “Children living with both biological parents are 20 to 35 percent more physically healthy than children from homes without both biological parents present.” The crushing impact of divorce on children is one of the main reasons some couples stay in unhealthy relationships. However, it is better for children to live in a healthy home than abusive relationships. There are higher chance of the children who witness such abuse entering into one themselves. There are complications (challenges) that parents should consider, especially when children are involved. Please…Read More

All You Need To Know About Collaborative Divorce Collaborative Divorce is a new and innovative method of settling family law disputes that seek a “win-win” solution for both parties. Collaborative Divorce is a process whereby both parties and their counsel commit themselves to resolving their differences justly and equitably without resort, or threat of resort, to the courts. The attorneys must withdraw if the case is not settled and the parties go to trial. Therefore, the parties and the attorneys are motivated to reach a settlement without court intervention. It has become the preferred method of family law dispute resolution in many…Read More

Aminu Law Journal – Latest Updates. Click the link below for a copy of our May issue. This is our introduction to a newsletter/journal we plan to make available each month. Also, thank you to our marketing lead, Ms. Taylor Smith for putting this piece together. More details to follow. Aminu Law JournalRead More

The Termination Of Parental Rights In Texas There are different reasons why a parent’s rights may need to be terminated in Texas. Abuse or neglect. Abandonment by the parent. Parent is criminally responsible for the death or serious injury to a child. When a child in an environment that mentally or physically endangers the child. Refusal to support the child. Most Judges are generally hesitant to terminate a parent’s rights. However, reasons above are good basis for terminating a parent’s rights. Also, a parent can voluntarily terminate his or her right. This is more common during adoption process. Contact a…Read More