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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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Practical Advice if You’re Suffering From Domestic Violence

May 6, 2020 By //  by Vonda Covington

For individuals caught in an abusive relationship, the prospect of leaving is likely on their mind frequently. However, if it were simply a matter of standing up and walking out, thousands and thousands of people would be doing it daily. The truth is that it’s not that simple, especially for individuals who have been completely …

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Name Change and Gender Marker Correction Now Available!

August 16, 2019 By //  by Vonda Covington Leave a Comment

A significant step in transitioning for those who are transgender is changing their name and correcting their gender marker in the public record. The good news is that it is not so hard to accomplish this step, thanks to the Travis County courts and UT Austin. UT Austin has worked hand in hand with the …

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Does Being a Nursing Mother Change Visitation for the Baby?

July 30, 2019 By //  by Vonda Covington Leave a Comment

Nearly everyone has heard stories about divorce battlegrounds where heated child custody battles are brewed, and no boxing gloves are used. A complex variety of factors get thrown into the mix and can often affect the outcome of the custody ruling. Judges consider factors like location, age of the child, a parent’s relationship with the …

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Visitation With Children Under The Age of 3

July 23, 2019 By //  by Vonda Covington Leave a Comment

When parents divorce, an established visitation schedule will become part of the custody orders with which parents must comply. Family law attorneys can help divorcing parents create an agreeable and workable visitation schedule to present to the court for approval. Laws concerning visitation with children under age of 3 are different, however, than standard visitation …

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Can You Get a Court-appointed Attorney for Child Custody?

Can You Get a Court-appointed Attorney for Child Custody?

May 21, 2019 By //  by Vonda Covington Leave a Comment

You tried your best, but you could not make your marriage work. Divorce is imminent. And it is perfectly natural to feel angry, frustrated, disappointed, and frightened. However, you cannot allow these emotions to dampen your will to fight for a just settlement. You have real interests that must be protected as you dissolve your …

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