Understanding Florida Child Support Guidelines, Income Calculations, and How to Estimate Payments Using Our Child Support Calculator Use our Florida Child Support Estimator ToolThe subject of child support often comes up early in a Florida divorce or custody case, and for good reason. Parents want to understand what they may be required to pay or …
More overnights, more school-day involvement, and greater consistency – how the possession schedule has changed for noncustodial parents. When co-parents in San Antonio talk about parenting time and visitation – legally referred to as possession in Texas – they’re often surprised to learn that the rules have changed. Texas has long used a Standard Possession …
Child Support Arrears Explained: Enforcement Methods, Legal Consequences, and How Compliance is Ensured What Are Child Support Arrears? Child support arrears arise when a parent fails to pay the full amount of court-ordered child support by the required deadline. Even a short delay or partial payment can create arrears, and once they exist, they become …
How to Bring Structure, Stability, and Calm Back to Your Co-Parenting Plan After the Holiday Rush The holidays are fun, but they’re also messy and hectic. Holidays have a way of turning even the most structured and cooperative co-parenting routines upside down. Between holiday travel, too much sugar, too little sleep, and the general overwhelm …
A 10-Step Guide to Divorce in San Antonio who need help Schedule a Free Consultation Divorce is rarely a simple decision. It’s a process that typically unfolds over time, involving legal requirements, decisions about finances and parenting, and other deeply personal choices. Given its unique requirements, timelines, and terminology, understanding Texas law makes getting local …
Understanding Who Qualifies for Spousal Support, Why It’s Awarded, and How Courts Decide Schedule a Free Consultation Going through a divorce can make you feel financially vulnerable, especially if you have relied on your spouse’s income or stepped away from a career to raise a family. Alimony, also called spousal support or spousal maintenance, is …
Understanding the Legal, Financial, and Emotional Risks of Dating Before Your Divorce is Final Schedule a Free Consultation When you are separated, it can feel like standing between two worlds. On one side of the equation is the life you’ve known for years – a marriage and a shared life. On the other side is …
Practical January Adjustments to Strengthen Co-Parenting and Prevent Disputes Navigating the holidays as co-parents can give families a clearer view of what’s working (and what’s not) in their parenting arrangements. The holidays tend to expose all the co-parenting cracks that may not be as apparent during quieter times of the year. As January rolls around …
Protective orders have long been one of the most important tools for keeping families safe during times of conflict. But with recent changes in Texas law, parents in San Antonio are witnessing significant shifts in how protective orders can affect child custody, visitation, and long-term parenting arrangements. Understanding Texas Protective Orders Under the New Law …
Understanding why so many people see January as a time for new beginnings – and what to do if you’re one of them At the beginning of every year, family law attorneys notice a familiar trend – a spike in divorce filings. Dubbed by many as “Divorce Month,” January typically brings a wave of people …
Custody agreements are designed to provide stability for children, but life changes. As families grow and circumstances change, a custody arrangement that once worked well may no longer meet a child’s needs or reflect a parent’s reality. When that happens, the law allows parents to seek a modification of an existing custody agreement. Understanding when …
Deciding when to file for divorce isn’t just an emotional decision. It’s also a strategic and legal one. Many people delay filing because they hope circumstances will improve, they want to avoid conflict, or they feel overwhelmed by the unknown. While these are understandable, postponing the filing process in Texas can unintentionally create legal, financial, …
At the beginning of a new year, it often brings courage to make long-delayed decisions. If one of your resolutions was to move forward with a divorce, you’re not alone. Each year, countless people find the strength to take control of their future to build a life that reflects who they truly are. At Melone …
Divorce is never easy, but navigating the process becomes less overwhelming when you understand how the law works and what steps you need to take. Family law is regulated at the state level, and South Carolina has its own rules for residency, grounds for divorce, separation requirements, and what a court can decide during a …
What Texas parents need to know about the 2025 child support cap increase As of September 1, 2025, Texas families must now adjust to new child support calculation rules that could significantly impact both paying and receiving parents. For families in San Antonio and across Bexar County, understanding how these changes work and their potential …
Understanding the financial ripple effects of divorce decisions before tax season hits A divorce decree brings a sense of closure after an emotionally harrowing time. But when it comes to your finances, the story doesn’t end when the papers are signed. As you move into 2026, it’s important to understand how property division in your …
Start the New Year by Protecting What Matters Most – Your Family, Finances, and Future Every January, we make resolutions to improve our lives. We vow to eat better. Save more. Stress less. But one area that rarely makes our resolution list is our legal well-being. If you’ve recently gotten divorced, decided to plan your …
What Virginia Beach Families Need to Know About the Latest Updates in Custody, Support, and Separation Family law is always evolving to meet the needs of modern families, and Virginia’s latest round of legal updates – effective July 1, 2025 – brings some of the most meaningful changes in recent years, reshaping how courts calculate …