Houston Family Law Blog
What Happens to Your Retirement Money During a Divorce?
Splitting up the assets is one of the most challenging aspects of a Texas divorce. Since our state operates under the community property law, anything earned during a marriage will need to be divided up between the spouses during a 401k divorce. When it comes to...
8 Biggest Issues of a High Net-Worth Divorce
If you are getting divorced, there are some things that you'll need to be prepared for. If you're going through a high net worth divorce, then you'll probably experience a range of different issues. Here's what you need to know if you are a high-worth couple going...
Texas Is a Community Property State: What Does That Mean for You?
Divorce is one of the hardest things a person might encounter. Displacement of the current living situation, asset division, and the splitting up of a family can be very stressful. And if you live in a community property state, will you receive your fair share of...
8 Keys to Winning in a Child Custody Case
Many different legal situations can have wide-ranging impacts on your life, but few are as emotionally charged as a child custody case is. If you're involved in a legal dispute over the custody of your child in Houston, TX, here are some things to keep in mind to give...
7 Keys to Finding the Best Divorce Attorney for Your Case
Considering divorce is always trying, and you need all the help you can get. For this reason, hiring the best divorce attorney in the local Houston, TX area is crucial. They can not only fight for your rights and make sure you get a fair outcome, but they can smooth...
7 Things You Should Never Say in Court
The purpose of divorce is to resolve critical issues, including child support, custody, and fair distribution of spousal assets, when a marriage fails. Given the heated circumstances, it isn't always easy to respect the process. At any moment, your emotions may get...
Are Father’s Rights the Same if the Parents Are Not Married?
Even if you are not married to the mother of your children, you are likely to have the right to visit them, make decisions for them, or even gain custody. In the eyes of the law, establishing paternity is enough to give you certain rights and responsibilities....
How Long Does it Take to Get a Divorce in Texas?
Our team of Family lawyers at Skillern Firm are frequently asked this question by potential clients. In fact, this question would likely make our top 10 list of questions asked by potential clients in a consultation. The answer is…are you ready for it? It depends! I...
8 Keys to Maintaining Your Mental Health During a Divorce
When you're going through a separation and divorce in or around Houston, TX, there are local and state resources to orient you on the basic process in a general way. While this information is a great place to start, you should focus on your mental health and...
Divorce: What Assets and Property am I Entitled To?
The lawyers at Skillern Firm have been asked this question many times in a consultation with a potential client. This post will work to explain what assets, property, and even money that parties to a divorce can expect to potentially be able to ask the Court to...