What is an Acknowledgment of Paternity (AOP)? You have probably seen the show, “Maury Show” where dads find out whether or not they are the biological father of a child. Acknowledgment AOP is a form that a dad can fill out and submit to the Bureau of Vital Statistics. When you sign that form, you […]
Enforcement of Child Support in Texas: What to Expect Learn what to expect when you are faced with the enforcement of child support. Children need the support of their parents. More importantly, children thrive when they are emotionally and financially supported by their parents. It makes them feel wanted, cherished, and cared for. It can […]
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, […]
How to Get a Divorce for Common Law Marriage Ascertain if you really do have a common law marriage, called an “informal marriage” in Texas. Section 2.401 of the Texas State Code lists the legal criteria. You and your spouse must have agreed to marry, lived together as husband and wife, and told others you […]
Family Law – How Does a Newborn Affects Current Child Custody Order? Perhaps you just had a baby. Congratulations! After you celebrate, take a look at your court order with your attorney. It is important to discuss how the new addition will affect any current child custody and child support order. Texas Family Code allows modification […]
How does the court determine what is in the child’s best interest? There are factors in the Texas Family Code which help judges make the decision as to what is in the best interest of a child. Here are some of the things a judge may consider when ruling what is best for a child: […]
This is a must-read for artists and music lovers. Check out the full article on BMI —————————————————————————————————————————– For songwriters getting ready to demo a song, it’s essential that you choose a professional recording studio with qualified personnel. However, if you haven’t spent much time in the studio, it can be tough to know what distinguishes […]