A bequest is a gift that you include in your Texas will for a loved one or your favorite charity. Your bequest can be anything you own, whether it's a property, an investment or a few thousand dollars. In particular, leaving a bequest to charity has several advantages...
Can I withhold visitation if my ex doesn’t pay child support?
Getting through a child custody battle can be challenging enough. Dealing with an ex that does pay child support in Texas can be extremely frustrating. The first thing that you may think to do is withhold visitation. According to the law, you may not. Separate...
Are holographic wills legally binding in Texas?
When planning your estate, it can be tempting to make a holographic will. These wills don’t have to be made by an attorney and can feel a lot more personal. They also don’t require two witnesses to be considered valid. All you would need is someone who could verify...
Estate planning must-haves in Texas
The process of building a proper estate plan involves gathering loads of information, providing clear and concise directives and ensuring that all of your assets go to the beneficiaries of your choice. While it's possible that some parts of an estate plan don't apply...
How to handle uncontested divorce
Everyone in Texas has heard at least one crazy divorce story. Sometimes, when a marriage dissolves, the process is as passionate and emotional as the courtship phase of the relationship. Divorces are complex. They require dividing assets and liabilities, and they...
The benefits of joint physical custody and how to make it work
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage and you have children together, the judge may issue a joint custody ruling. Under this ruling, you are both considered the custodial parent just like you were when you were married. Even though you are no longer...
Advantages of creating an estate plan
Some people in Texas may assume that they do not need to create an estate plan because they have few assets. Others may simply procrastinate on creating a plan without recognizing the urgency of the task. Making an estate plan is important for both you and your...