You Are Not Alone. Schedule a Free Consultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Can You Be Legally Married in San Antonio Without a Wedding Ceremony? Texas recognizes what is commonly called common law marriage, officially known as informal marriage under Texas law. If you and your partner have lived together in Texas as spouses, and …
Co-Authored by Julia Stitely, Litigation Attorney with Melone Hatley, P.C. and Nicole Mueller, RN, BSN, NC-BC of Beacon Wellness Coaching with Nicole Family law is emotional work. There’s really no way around it. As divorce attorneys, we are expected to be the stoic strategists, negotiators, problem-solvers, and steady sources of guidance during our clients’ emotionally …
How an accurate valuation will shape everything from your settlement to your financial future You and your spouse are divorcing. And if you own a home, you will have to make some important decisions. Because your home is a marital asset, its value will need to be divided as part of the divorce process. This requires an understanding …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a Free Consultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation What You Need to Know About Dividing Property in a San Antonio, Texas Divorce If you are facing a divorce in San Antonio, you and your spouse will need to make many critical decisions, some of which have long-term financial consequences. One of the most …
How to Understand a Court Order to Appear, Protect Your Rights, and Walk in Prepared You Are Not Alone. Schedule a Free Consultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation What is a Show Cause Hearing? A show cause hearing is a court hearing where one party must appear before a judge and explain why they should not be …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation What You Can Expect When Working with a Family Law Firm That Puts Your Needs First If you’re reaching out to a family lawyer, it’s not because your life is feeling calm or predictable. It’s because you need important legal advice. You may …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation In recognition of Black History Month and the ongoing evolution of marriage equality, we examine how Loving v. Virginia reshaped the constitutional understanding of marriage in the United States. Marriage has long been viewed as a personal commitment rooted in love, family, and …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Understanding the Legal Rights, Responsibilities, and Risks That Begin the Moment You Say “I Do” When most people think about getting married, they think about love, commitment, and the life they plan to build together. What rarely comes to mind is that marriage …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation 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 …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation 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 …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation 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 …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation The holidays bring a mix of emotions – joy, excitement, nostalgia – and often, stress. For blended families, especially, the season can present its own unique challenges. Conflicting traditions, new family dynamics, scheduling conflicts, and gift-giving pressures can leave parents overwhelmed while trying …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Graduation season is a huge emotional milestone filled with pride, excitement, and, often, a lot of stress, especially for divorced or separated parents. When your child walks across that stage, they should feel support and celebration, not worry over family dynamics and animosities. …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Springs means warmer weather and fresh starts, and for many people, spring cleaning is a seasonal rite. But spring cleaning should be more than just decluttering your closets and organizing the garage. If you haven’t addressed your legal paperwork recently, some legal spring …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Every child deserves to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment, but unfortunately, many children today experience neglect, physical harm, emotional abuse, or sexual exploitation. April marks National Child Abuse Prevention Month, an initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the realities of …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Property division, custody, alimony – divorce can present a horror story around each corner if you’re not careful. Even in the “friendliest” divorces, one small misunderstanding, misinterpretation, or lack of legal understanding and all “friendly” bets are off. Here, we’ll explore some shocking …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Family law cases are some of the most emotionally and legally complex challenges a person will ever face. Whether you are navigating a divorce, working through a child custody dispute, or looking out for your future financial stability through a support agreement, understanding …
You Are Not Alone. Schedule a FreeConsultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Historically, parenting duties fell to the mother. Dad would pack off every morning, leaving Mom to navigate heart, home, and parenting. After work, Dad would come home and relax. Mom? She still had dinner to cook, kids to bathe, homework to check, and …