Although you are no longer emotionally involved with your former spouse, his or her new relationship may be something for you to celebrate. When your ex marries or moves in with a new partner, your spousal maintenance payments may end. Here's what TexasLawHelp.org...
Enforcing a divorce agreement
After your divorce in Texas, you must follow all of the terms of your divorce agreement. A divorce agreement has just as much power as any court order, and not following the terms of your agreement could lead to more conflict and legal problems. Here at the Lone Star...
Child Support Enforcement in Texas
Each year thousands of parents fail to pay child support in the state of Texas. Parents are put in a difficult situation, but it is the children who ultimately suffer. It is important for both parents to take part in supporting the children. Verbal Agreements Often,...
What happens if my Spouse doesn’t pay their Child Support Payments?
Child support is a court order that can only be changed by another court order. The amount of child support to be paid is based on a percentage of the non-custodial parent's income as determined by the state's child support guidelines. The determination of the amount...
Can Spousal Maintenance be Modified?
Family systems and dynamics can be incredibly varied. However, it's not too unusual for one spouse to be the main breadwinner while the other provides care for the couple's children, maintains the marital home and is available for any complications or emergencies that...