When you first get married, there is a clear understanding about what belongs to whom. It doesn’t take long before the Yours, Mine, and Ours categories blur. In Texas, because…
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When divorced parents have joint conservatorship they share equal rights with their children: equal time, equal access, equal authority, equal responsibility, equal decision-making power. However, when something happens on one…
It’s difficult enough to navigate a loved one’s death when their will is straightforward, in order, and not in question. It’s especially difficult to navigate when something about the will…
In the same way that no two marriages are exactly alike, no two divorces are exactly alike. There are a variety of situations that lead to divorce, that surface during…
What is considered community property? One of the ways divorce lawyers determine whether property is “separate” or “community” is the inception rule. Simply stated, if an item of property is…
Below are some common factors to consider when divorcing in the state of Texas. For further, more specific guidance, trust a Burleson family law attorney to guide you through this…
Are you thinking about getting a divorce in Texas? If so, you should work with a Burleson family law attorney so that you can be confident that you understand the…
Divorce can be a stressful, emotional experience. Traditionally, grounds for seeking a divorce were limited to proving that the other party had committed an illegal act, such as adultery, a…
Once your divorce process begins, a first step each party takes is providing your Burleson divorce attorney (who provides to the court) a list of all your assets. The court…
Factors Affecting Division of Marital Property Assets The general rule of asset division in Texas divorces is “equitable distribution.” Family law judges apply the rule to divide community property between…