What is the main difference Between Informal Agreement and Mediation? Informal Agreement Informal agreement is an agreement between the parties outside of court. Generally, both parties may reach a verbal or written agreement regarding the use or division of properties, custody, and child support. However, the court has discretion on the fairness of such division. […]
How to Answer a Lawsuit So, you have been served with a document. In the document, the other party (petitioner) has complained about your actions or inactions. This is called a complaint or petition. Now, it is your turn to file an answer. If you are filing an answer by yourself, there are several ways […]
Discovery Process in Texas: How Do I Answer/Respond to Requests? What is Discovery? Discovery is a process of exchanging information between parties. It allows a person in a lawsuit to ‘discover’ certain details they would not have known. There are three main goals to keep in mind during discovery process: Avoid unfair and prejudicial surprises […]
When you bring a lawsuit before the court, you must give the other party proper notice. This other party is called the Defendant, and you are the plaintiff. However, in family law cases, the other party is the Respondent, and you are the petitioner. The defendant is entitled to know about your lawsuit; otherwise, the […]
How does the Federal Tax Refund Offset Program work? This article is from the Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE), an Office of the Administration for Children and Families. Please note that this article is not legal advice and should be used for informational purposes only. A lot of parents wonder about how the Treasury […]
What is “Redefining the Best Interests of the Child?” This is an excerpt of the article written by attorney Rachael Aminu: The Child’s Development is the Authentic Best Interest The development of a child is important, and money is not always the solution. The attention and presence of healthy parents can build a child’s confidence […]
The Debt of Divorce 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 […]
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 […]
How to Handle Divorce with Kids. A study from VeryWell 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. […]
How to Check a Restraining Order in Texas A judge issues a restraining order when there is family violence. There are different ways to check if there is a restraining order. In Texas, you can check online or by sending an e-mail to the law enforcement agency. You can also use a victim notification service […]