Child support is not an informal arrangement between two parents. It is a court order, and once it is in place, paying it is a legal obligation. When child support goes unpaid, the consequences are serious for the parent who owes it, and there are real tools available to the parent who is owed. The …
June is an ideal time to review your finances. With tax season behind you and summer offering a slower pace, it’s an opportunity to focus on long-term planning, such as estate matters. One question that comes up often during these reviews is whether a revocable living trust can protect assets from creditors. The trust sounds …
Being served with divorce papers can feel overwhelming, especially if the divorce was unexpected or tensions at home are already high. Some people react by avoiding the process entirely. They stop answering the door, ignore calls from a process server, leave certified mail unsigned, or refuse to take the paperwork once they realize what it …
Divorce changes more than your relationship. It can also change the retirement plans you spent years building. If you are considering divorce or already moving through the process, you may already be asking yourself some of the same questions clients bring to us every week: Are you going to lose part of your 401(k)? What …
Last Updated: June 23, 2026 You Are Not Alone. Schedule a Free Consultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Divorce is never an easy decision. If you’re considering ending your marriage in Florida, understanding the state’s residency requirements before you file can spare you weeks of delay, or even an outright dismissal. Below, we walk through …
Grey Divorce Throughout the Calendar Year for Older Couples By June, the year starts to feel more defined. The pace of the holidays is gone. Summer plans are taking shape. The routines of the year are established, and for many people, midyear becomes a natural point to step back and look at life more honestly. …
What Is a Prove-Up Hearing in Fort Worth? If you are divorcing in Fort Worth, you may hear the term “prove-up hearing” as your case nears finalization. It is not a phrase most people encounter until they are already in the divorce process, and it can sound more complicated than it actually is. A prove-up …
Last Updated: June 18, 2026 You Are Not Alone. Schedule a Free Consultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Child support is intended to ensure that children continue receiving financial support from both parents after a divorce. But as the cost of living changes over time, child support laws and calculations have had to change as …
Financial Planning vs. Estate Planning: What Is the Difference and Why You May Need Both Estate planning and financial planning are closely connected, but they serve very different purposes — and understanding the difference matters whether you are building a life in Virginia, Texas, Florida, or South Carolina. Financial planning is focused on building, managing, …
This article was originally posted on Virginia Lawyers Weekly by Charles Hatley, CEO of Melone Hatley, P.C. VLW has provided permission to fully repost the commentary provided by Charles on this page. Article Summary – No-Fault Divorce in Virginia: Virginia’s HB 303 creates study on no-fault divorce in Virginia The legislation doesn’t eliminate fault-based divorce …
Can You Adjust Your Parenting Schedule for the Summer Months? You Are Not Alone. Schedule a Free Consultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Summer often brings big changes to a child’s routine: no school, new camps, vacations, and shifting childcare needs. For co-parents, those changes can create scheduling questions that the regular parenting plan may …
Last Updated: June 14, 2026 You Are Not Alone. Schedule a Free Consultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Spring is a natural time to sort through what you no longer need — and your legal documents deserve the same attention as your closets. A will, power of attorney, or beneficiary form that no longer reflects …
If you are dealing with a custody case in Fort Worth, you will likely hear unfamiliar legal terms. Managing conservatorship. Possessory conservatorship. Possession and access. Texas family law uses terms that differ from those of other states, which can confuse parents reviewing their custody orders. In Texas, “conservatorship” refers to the legal rights and responsibilities …
Last Updated: June 12, 2026 You Are Not Alone. Schedule a Free Consultation Today Schedule a Free Consultation Graduation is a milestone worth celebrating. For divorced or separated parents, it can also raise logistical questions: who sits where, who gets tickets, and how two households share one big day. Planning ahead keeps the day centered …
Protecting the Family You Built For many LGBTQ couples, family is not always defined by traditional legal structures. It may include unmarried partners, stepchildren, close friends who feel like family, or chosen family members who have become the people you rely on most. But when a medical emergency occurs, or someone passes away, those relationships …
Summer can bring changes to family routines, as school ends and vacation and custody schedules shift. June often highlights long-standing co-parenting issues, sometimes leading to a return to family court. Even if you feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or angry, the courtroom is not the place to vent, exaggerate, or attack the other parent. Judges pay close …
If you are in a Fort Worth divorce or custody case, understanding how parenting time works under a Standard Possession Order can be an important part of protecting your relationship with your child. Many parents are surprised that it does not automatically grant equal parenting time. Texas family law uses different terms than other states. …
A checklist to help you evaluate your financial security and protect your future. When you got married, you probably did not expect to question whether your finances were truly secure. But over time, some spouses begin to notice things that make them pause. You may not have access to certain accounts. Financial decisions may be …