Our purpose is to provide you with information regarding Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Visitation, Paternity, Adoption, and other Family Law issues in Texas.

Remember, this information is not meant to replace your attorney or to give you specific legal advice but to assist you in better understanding the issues in your case.

Talk to an Attorney before proceeding with your case!

• 10 Rules for Winning a Divorce Case in Texas
  Yes, you can win at divorce in Texas by following these 10 simple rules. (They are not all inclusive.) Big Tip - Use common sense!
  
  
• The Process - From Start to Finish
  A Broad understanding of the Divorce process in Texas is helpful. This overview hits the highlights!
  
  
• Common Law Marriage - The Accidental Marriage
  Are you married without ceremony?  Understanding Formal vs Informal Marriages.
  
  
• 10 Questions for Your Divorce Attorney in Texas
  Picking your Divorce Attorney is tough...asking the right question even tougher.  These questions should help get you started.
  
  
• Property Division
  Property Division is a key function of the Divorce Process.  Understanding the differences in property is essential.
  
  
• Debt Division
  Understanding that your debt division does not effect third party creditors is important.
  
  
• Alimony
  Yes, there now IS Alimony in Texas! Understanding can be important!
  
  
• Annulments - Avoiding Divorce
  Yes, if your marriage is "Void" or "Voidable", you can potentially avoid the divorce process.
  
  
• Joint Custody - The Myth
  You have probably heard of "Joint Custody" in Texas, but it does not exist.  The Source of this myth?
  
  
• Child Support
  Child support, the obligation that last for 18 + years. It is essential that you understand the correct calculation of this enormous financial burden.
  
  
• Visitation and the Standard Possession Order
  The State of Texas now provides a recommended possession order for children. An overview AND the statutory order is provided.
  
  
• About Higdon, Hardy & Zuflacht LLP
  Who we are...highly dedicated Family Law Attorneys!
  
  

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