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Bankruptcy

Are All Debts Discharged Through Bankruptcy?

Posted by admin on April 2, 2018

3 Debts that you will be left with. If you’re in debt, and can’t find a way out, it’s time to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the best option when you don’t have a lot of assets or income. During the bankruptcy proceedings, your non-exempt assets will be liquidated, and the […]

Guardianship
Guardianship

What are the responsibilities of a court-appointed guardian?

Posted by admin on March 26, 2018

In the state of Texas, guardianship is a legal relationship that is created by a court. The relationship created by the court is between a person designated as a guardian and the ward, according to Cornell University School of Law. The Duties of a Guardian The guardian is vested with the legal right and duty […]

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Divorce, Property division

What Can Affect Property Division in a divorce?

Posted by admin on March 18, 2018

Divorce is difficult. It will try your mind and emotions like no other event in your life. The emotions are raw and difficult to control. But when it comes down to it, you have material assets at stake that you must dedicate your time and attention to. No matter how much you may be going […]

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Bankruptcy

Can I Own Anything After Bankruptcy?

Posted by admin on March 12, 2018

You are likely to have a number of significant questions if you are a Texan considering filing for bankruptcy. One of your questions may be whether you are able to own anything after bankruptcy. The simple answer to your question is yes, you can own property after you pursue a bankruptcy. In order to better […]

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Adoption, Family Law

Adoption Process

Posted by admin on March 5, 2018

When looking for an adoption, you might wonder how long does the adoption process can take. It depends on several elements. Here’s an infographic that may help you understand more about it. For more information on Family Law please visit our page.

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What Are the Effects of Domestic Violence on Children?

Posted by admin on March 5, 2018

Domestic violence inflicts physical, psychological, emotional, economic and/or sexual harm. Perpetrators could be of either gender or any relation to the abused. Abusive acts could be punches, verbal assaults, or refusing to provide food or education. What do children who have experienced domestic violence have in common with combat veterans? Both groups often suffer from […]

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Immigration Attorney

How can Immigration Law Issues affect my business?

Posted by admin on February 26, 2018

Immigration law issues can often seem like they only impact people on a national scale. However the reality is that the impact of these laws can easily be felt on a local level. From schools to churches to businesses, everyone is impacted by such issues. If you run a small business, for example, you might […]

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Divorce, Uncategorized

How long does a divorce take?

Posted by admin on February 19, 2018

When going through the divorce process, hiring an attorney that is familiar with the process is essential. In determining the length of the entire divorce process, you should take into consideration whether or not the divorce will be contested. Uncontested divorces take place when both sides have reached an agreement. In this type of divorce, […]

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Divorce

Divorce Process

Posted by admin on February 16, 2018

Are you wondering how long can your divorce process take? It depends on the type of your divorce: contested or uncontested. For more information on divorce please visit our site.

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Child custody

How does child support work when you have 50/50 custody?

Posted by admin on February 12, 2018

Most courts agree that a child benefits from a strong relationship with both parents after a divorce. For this reason, there is a growing trend of 50/50 custody agreements. So how does this affect child support? Most states, Texas included, do not have very clear guidelines as to how child support works with 50/50 custody. […]