Tracking Devices in Custody Cases

Tracking technology is now inexpensive, discreet, and widely available. AirTags, GPS units, location-sharing applications, and similar devices can be used for legitimate purposes, but they can also become tools for monitoring a spouse, former partner, or co-parent...

Gender Bias in Texas Custody Cases

In Texas, the law explicitly states that there is no presumption favoring either parent based on gender when determining the primary conservator of a child. According to Section 153.003 of the Texas Family Code, the Court is mandated to evaluate the qualifications of...

Religious Agreements in Family Law

In Texas, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are widely recognized and enforceable, provided they meet certain legal requirements. These agreements, typically focusing on financial and property rights upon divorce, can come from a religious source that deals with...

My Case is Going to Mediation. What is Mediation?

Mediation is a type of alternative dispute resolution which is often used in Texas courts, and even more so in family law cases. The Court has the power to compel the parties to mediate under Section 6.602 of the Texas Family Code and Section 154.021(a) of the Texas...

Service of Process in Texas: A Primer

Service of Process – The Regular Way The term “service of process,” or “service” refers to the Defendant in a suit being given proper notice of the case. Typically, service is performed by (1) constable, (2) a private process server,...