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How Long Does a Protective Order Last in Texas?

March 15, 2021 By //  by Vonda Covington

If you are the victim of domestic violence or believe you are in danger, you might want a protective order. A protective order prevents the subject from coming to your property, contacting you, and following you. It gives you a layer of safety so that you can live your life with confidence and peace of mind. How long does a protective order last? That …

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Do You Need a Child Custody Lawyer?

February 2, 2021 By //  by Vonda Covington

If you and your ex can peacefully agree on a custody arrangement that works for both of you and is in the best interests of your child, you can present your plan to a judge in court, and you probably won’t need a child custody lawyer. However, if you’re having trouble finding an agreement with …

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How to File For Divorce in Texas And Protect Your Assets

How to File For Divorce in Texas And Protect Your Assets

December 16, 2020 By //  by Vonda Covington

When you are preparing to divorce your spouse, it is very important to know how to protect assets from divorce. After the divorce is over, it is very likely that you will be in a difficult financial situation. For that reason, you need to make sure that you can keep your personal assets and obtain …

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How to File for Divorce in Texas

November 5, 2020 By //  by Vonda Covington

Going through the process of getting a divorce can be difficult and stressful for anyone. If you’re unsure of how to file for divorce in Texas, doing so may seem daunting. However, the divorce laws in Texas are relatively straightforward and easy to understand. Before you start filing for divorce, it’s important that you’re aware …

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What Are the Grounds for Divorce in Texas?

September 15, 2020 By //  by Vonda Covington

The Texas family code lists the following seven grounds for divorce: Insupportability Cruelty Adultery Conviction of a Felony Abandonment Living Apart Confinement in a Mental Hospital Insupportability A marriage may be dissolved for grounds of insupportability if the marital partners are in conflict that prevents them from continuing in their marriage. At this point, there …

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How Do I get Spousal Support in Texas?

August 25, 2020 By //  by Vonda Covington

Court-ordered alimony or spousal maintenance is a common feature of some Texas divorces. However, getting spousal support in Texas is not easy. Courts do not automatically order alimony in Texas. However, there are some limited circumstances under which a divorced spouse may be granted spousal maintenance for a specific duration recognized under the Texas Family …

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What Moms Need To Know About How Child Support Works

July 23, 2020 By //  by Vonda Covington

The child support process can be confusing for many people in Texas because they may not know what to expect. Understanding the support laws can help people understand what they might expect. Like other states, Texas has statutory support guidelines in place that help judges to determine the appropriate amounts to order. However, under certain …

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Filing For a Protective Order in Texas

May 21, 2020 By //  by Vonda Covington

Family violence, domestic violence, and sexual assault are, unfortunately, highly prevalent crimes in Texas and around the country. These crimes may include repeated physical abuse, single acts of violence, verbal or emotional abuse, financial abuse, property destruction, rape, or other forms of sexual abuse. One in three women and one in four men in the …

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