2023 Legislative Update
On September 1, 2023, several bills enacted during the 2023 Legislative Session of the Texas Legislature came into effect. The Texas Legislature took a close look at multiple areas of Texas Family Law practice and implemented changes affecting family cases from the petition’s…
Think Before You Spy
In the field of family law, emotions often cause rash decision-making. Spouses often suspect their partner of cheating and feel the need to investigate. The Texas Family Code provides injured clients courses of action against their cheating spouse. Though adultery itself does not…
Understanding Birdnesting Divorce: Our House in the Middle of Divorce
by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III Children need a home, a familiar place to bring them comfort and safety in times of youthful stress. Home is singular and conjures up a unique image in each person’s mind. Chiseled tile surrounds the breakfast…
Is Your Estate Plan Up to Date?
by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III An effective estate plan should be designed to do two things in the event of your death or temporary or permanent disability. Firstly, it should instruct others how to carry out your wishes for the distribution…
Legal Term of the Month: Custody
by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III Custody refers to the legal arrangements that dictate whom a child will live with and who will make major life decisions on behalf of the child. Custody has two parts: legal and physical. Legal custody refers…
Temporary Orders During Divorce Protect Both Spouses
by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III For many facing divorce, a common concern is the disruption of financial security during the divorce process. This issue can be especially frightening and overwhelming when a stay-at-home parent, a financially dependent spouse, or a disabled…