FAMILY LAW

When a parent moves a child across state lines without a court order or consent, it isn't a relocation—it's parental kidnapping. Discover the strict legal frameworks, including the UCCJEA, and the emergency legal remedies available to recover your child safely

Can your ex legally move your kids to another state? Not without doing this first. If you are facing a sudden, long-distance relocation by the other parent, discover how a Texas Geographic Restriction clause and an emergency Temporary Restraining Order can protect your parental rights.

Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy. From understanding Wills vs. Trusts to learning the true dangers of dying without a will in Texas, find out how the "Peace of Mind" Quartet secures your family's future.

Keeping your will a secret until you pass away is a recipe for family conflict. Discover the benefits of "Will Sharing" and how opening up a transparent dialogue about your estate plan can save your family from devastating legal feuds.

Texas is targeting the fertility industry. In a major shift, state lawmakers are moving to completely ban foreign nationals from entering into surrogacy contracts in Texas. Touted as a crackdown on birth tourism, this law will severely impact mixed-status families and international couples. Read the legal update.

Navigating a court case in Houston or McAllen? Recent local rules have introduced mandatory hybrid schedules for Harris County family courts and a 30-to-45-day scheduling delay in Hidalgo County. Read the breakdown from our legal team to see how your timeline is affected.

Flat 50/50 travel splits are a thing of the past in Texas child custody cases. The Texas Supreme Court clarified that long-distance travel expense burdens must be explicitly tied to each parent's net resources if income shifts. Read what this means for your modified possession schedule.

In a massive expansion of executive enforcement, the Supreme Court has ruled that courts cannot block TPS terminations, border agents can turn back asylum seekers in Mexico, and Green Card holders face a higher risk of detention upon re-entry. Discover how these June 2026 decisions affect your family.

Can an executive order end birthright citizenship in America? With the Supreme Court preparing to issue its final verdict in Trump v. Barbara, the rules for children born to undocumented immigrants and temporary visa holders hang in the balance. Discover what the current law is and how to protect your family's future.

Calculating child support in Texas involves a lot more than just looking at a single paycheck. From handling self-employment income to filing for urgent modifications or stopping out-of-control arrears, discover why having a dedicated family law attorney in your corner is your only true safeguard.

The Austin Court of Appeals has permanently eliminated the "rehabilitation loophole" in Texas custody cases. Discover why completing counseling will no longer restore joint custody rights after a family violence finding under the new 2026 ruling.

Starting April 1, 2026, Texas implements SB 379, restricting SNAP purchases of candy and sweetened drinks. From the "5-gram sugar rule" to the ban on diet sodas, discover how these changes affect 3.5 million Texans and every retailer in the state.

The pause on asylum fees has ended. In 2026, asylum seekers must pay a $102 annual fee to keep their cases active. Combined with a massive purge of immigration judges, "court chaos" is the new reality. Learn how to navigate the 80% denial rate and secure your future.

Texas is a community property state, but a 50/50 split is no longer the guarantee. Under the 2026 "Reimbursement Rewrite," contributions to a spouse's separate home or business can drastically change your final settlement. Discover how "Time, Toil, and Talent" impacts your divorce.

Custody battles in Texas just got fairer for non-English speakers. Under HB 2530, the court-appointed Amicus Attorney investigating your family MUST be able to communicate in your language or use a licensed interpreter. Discover how this 2026 law protects your "Bilingual Best Interests".

Ignoring a child support order is more than a financial mistake—it's a total freeze on your life. In 2026, the government is proactively revoking passports and suspending professional licenses. Discover the "hidden" consequences of arrears and why the new 2026 interest laws matter for your debt.

Section 245(i) is a legal "time capsule" that allows undocumented immigrants to get a Green Card in the U.S. by paying a $1,000 fine. If you had a petition filed by April 30, 2001, you could avoid the 10-year ban. Discover the 2026 requirements for "grandfathering" and physical presence.

Divorce in 2026 is a digital and procedural minefield. From the new $11,700 child support cap to the "Rule 166a Shot Clock," one wrong move can cost you your home or your custody rights. Discover the top 5 mistakes people make in Texas divorces and how to avoid them.

Securing a protective order in Texas just became more streamlined. Under new 2026 laws like SB 1559 and HB 1432, cases are consolidated into your divorce, and you no longer have to prove future violence—only that it happened once. Learn how to navigate the new one-year minimum duration and the statewide digital registry.

A 2026 shift in Texas family law is stopping grandparents and step-parents before they can even get to court. Learn about the mandatory "Affidavit of Impairment" and why meeting the new "significant impairment" standard is the hardest part of a non-parent custody case.