Family Law

• Divorce
  The Collaborative Law Approach to Divorce in Texas There are many advantages to the collaborative law approach to divorce in Texas. If you and your spouse are in agreement on most issues, a divorce lawyer can inform you about the uncontested divorce process. Not all marriages end badly. The collaborative law approach offers another alternative… Read More
• Child Support
  If you are receiving child support and start a relationship with a new boyfriend, your ex-husband may try to say that your boyfriend’s income should be factored into the child support equation. Is he right? While there is currently no law in place that says that your significant other’s income should affect your child support,… Read More
• Child Custody and Visitation
  In a locality near Richardson, a set of grandparents were frustrated in their attempts to secure visitation rights with their grandchildren. The fact is, in Texas, if a child’s parents refuse to allow a child to spend time with grandparents, the law actually provides a rebuttable presumption that the courts can use to show that… Read More
• Paternity
  Mistaken Paternity Law in Dallas, Texas: When Child Support No Longer Needs to be Paid In September 2011, Texas passed a law allowing courts to terminate child support obligations of the father in cases of mistaken paternity. Certain legal requirements must be met in order to file a petition with the court for genetic testing…. Read More
• Premarital Agreement
  A prenuptial agreement may not be considered much of a romantic gesture, but it may be a rational decision for those who wish to secure assets they worked hard to earn before getting married. While it might not be the most pleasant conversation to have, for many couples it is one worth having before tying… Read More
• Guardianship
  Flexibility: Wills allow you to address various aspects of estate planning, including asset distribution, guardianship for minor children, and appointment of an executor.
• Spousal Support
  What determines spousal maintenance in Texas when it comes to divorce? While divorce is something known by all, the specifics of what controls different payments and conditions is rather complex and known by few. Do you feel overwhelmed by the potential for or process of divorce? If so, you aren’t alone. For many people, the… Read More

Criminal Law

• Wrongful Death

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Our firm handles a wide variety of legal issues; personal injury law is one of them. We have the professional background, skills, strategies and passion for helping injured accident victims navigate the legal system and get the funds to which they are legally entitled.

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Estate affairs usually only come at one of the most stressful times in life – a time of pain, death, and grief. Adding the element of finances to an already emotionally charged time may create a powder keg of emotion for the entire family. This is one of the best reasons to hire an estate planning attorney now, before the inevitable happens. You can create the best plan possible for your family, and save them the pain and stress of putting your affairs in order. This will give your loved ones a chance to grieve without having to worry about your estate.
• Wills
  In Texas, there are a few effective methods to leave your house to your family and loved ones after your passing. The best approach will depend on your circumstances, preferences, and goals. Here are three methods for transferring your house to your family in Texas:   Transfer-on-Death Deed (TOD) Revocable Living Trust Last Will and Testament… Read More
• Trusts
  Revocable Living Trust: Creating a revocable living trust in Texas is another effective way to transfer your house to your family while avoiding probate. With a trust, you can place your house and other assets into the trust’s ownership during your lifetime. As the trust’s grantor, you have control over the property and can act as the initial trustee. You will also designate successor trustees who will manage the trust and distribute the house to your chosen beneficiaries according to the trust’s terms after your passing. By using a trust, you can provide clear instructions for the transfer and management of your house, maintain privacy, and potentially reduce administrative expenses.
• Power of Attorney
  An estate planning attorney may also assist in setting up powers of attorney, as well as instructions for your health and affairs should you become incapacitated and unable to make decisions for yourself. Creating a plan for your affairs and an executor for your estate will help relieve a lot of stress and burden for your family when the time comes.
• Probate

Finance Law

• Bankruptcy
  Chapter 7 bankruptcy can help liquidate many of your assets, but not everyone qualifies. There are pros and cons of filing that should be considered by those who are considering declaring bankruptcy. The following are some of the pros of filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy:  the process takes a few months; credit can be rebuilt; it… Read More
• Foreclosure
  Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy with the guidance of a Dallas bankruptcy attorney can help you save money if you are losing your home through foreclosure. When you file for Chapter 7, foreclosure can be delayed for several months and an automatic stay will be ordered to keep creditors from hounding you. In effect, you… Read More
• Debt Collection
  Are you being sued by FAMSA, Inc. for debt collection? If so, it is normal to feel confused, worried, and unsure about how to proceed. You may wonder why FAMSA is suing you and what to do now. Below, our Texas debt collection defense lawyers discuss what you should know about FAMSA and what you can do if facing a FAMSA, Inc. lawsuit.