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  • 2025
    • April
      • Understanding Reimbursement Claims in Texas Divorce
      • Thriving After Divorce: Property and Financial Strategies for Women
      • Child Support and Educational Expenses: What You Need to Know
    • March
      • Divorce Mediation vs. Collaborative Divorce: Which Option is Right for You?
      • FAQ: What role do witnesses play in family law cases?
      • Unique Challenges in Same-Sex Child Custody Cases under Texas Law
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: Busting the Top 10 Texas Child Support Myths
      • Electronic Communication Provision
    • February
      • Can I Change My Lawyer During My Divorce?
      • Forensic Accounting and Tracing in Texas Divorces
      • Is It Illegal to Spy on Your Spouse in Texas?
      • FAQ: What should I do if the other party doesn't comply with court orders?
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: What Happens in an Uncontested Texas Divorce?
      • FAQ: What happens if one spouse files for bankruptcy during divorce proceedings?
    • January
      • Same-Sex Divorce in Texas: What You Need to Know
      • FAQ: Are cryptocurrency holdings subject to division in a divorce settlement?
      • Can You Sue for Defamation During a Divorce in Texas?
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: How to Choose the Right Divorce Lawyer
      • How do I Divorce my Incarcerated Spouse in Texas?
      • Who Should Pay for What During a Divorce?
  • 2024
    • December
      • Why Should I Hire a Lawyer If My Spouse and I Are Already in Agreement?
      • Preparing for Holiday Co-Parenting
      • Same-Sex Adoptions in Texas: Tips and Advice
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: Working With A Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
      • The Impact of Social Media on Child Custody Cases
    • November
      • UCCJEA: I moved out of Texas, Now What?
      • What is a Standard Holiday Possession Schedule in Texas?
      • Spending Time Away From Children
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: 10 Do’s & Don’ts for Your Texas Family Law Temporary Orders Hearing
      • What Is a Parenting Facilitator or Parenting Coordinator in Texas Custody Cases?
      • How Can a Parent Get Sole Custody of a Child in Texas?
    • October
      • FAQ: How can I prepare emotionally for a family court case?
      • Steps in a typical Texas divorce
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: Be Prepared for Mediation in Your Texas Family Law Case
      • Common Mistakes Not to Make During Your Divorce and Tips on How to Avoid Them
      • Divorce Etiquette: Navigating Social Situations with Grace
    • September
      • What does the term “child custody” mean in Texas?
      • Holiday stress and all that comes with that with a divorced couple/family
      • How Does Family Violence Affect a Divorce?
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: The Estate Planning Documents You Need in Texas
      • Starting Over After a Long-Term Marriage Ends
    • August
      • Pets and Divorce: Custody, Visitation, and Legal Considerations
      • What Should You Expect from Your Lawyer During Your Child Support Case?
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: What You Need to Know for Your Family Law Temporary Orders Hearing
      • Co-Parenting Success: Tips for Creating a Healthy Environment for Your Children
      • Community Property v. Separate Property
      • Steps in a Typical Texas Divorce
      • What Should You Expect from Your Lawyer During Your Divorce Case?
    • July
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: The Essential Documents Every New Parent Needs (More than Just a Will!)
    • June
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: What To Expect In Your Texas Divorce Mediation
    • May
      • Can I Get More Than 50% of the Community Property in My Divorce?
      • Who Gets Custody of Pets in a Texas Divorce?
      • How Is a Business Valued and Divided During Divorce?
      • The Texas Family Lawyer Podcast: The Trio of Documents Every Young Adult Must Have
    • April
      • How Do Bitcoin and other Cryptocurrencies get treated in a Divorce Case?
    • January
      • Post-Divorce Parenting Agreements: Adapting to Life Changes
      • Understanding Educational Decision-Making Authority in Texas
      • Pre-Marital Agreements in Texas
      • Post-Marital Agreements in Texas
  • 2023
    • December
      • Injunctions in Texas Family Law Cases
    • November
      • Guardian Ad Litem v. Attorney Ad Litem
      • How Does a Pension Get Divided in a Divorce in Texas?
      • What Are the Different Types of Pensions?
      • Jurisdiction and Venue: Where Do I File my Family Matter?
    • October
      • What to Do if You Are Served With a Subpoena
      • What Are the Different Types of Subpoenas Used in a Lawsuit
      • How to Use a Subpoena in a Family Law Case
      • How Do I Deal With a Narcissistic Spouse?
      • What if My Spouse Wants a Divorce and I Don’t?
    • September
      • How Does Family Violence Affect My Divorce?
      • Divorce and Social Media: Dos and Don'ts
      • Initial Disclosures effective September 1, 2023
      • How Do I Deal With a Difficult Spouse During a Divorce?
    • August
      • What to Expect in an Initial Family Law Consultation
      • Helpful Tips Before Starting a Divorce Case
      • How to Enforce Out-of-State Orders in Texas: A Guide to UIFSA
    • July
      • Tips to Prevent Co-Parenting Issues When Kids Go Back to School
      • It Doesn’t Have to be Personal: Alternative Methods of Service
      • How to Legally Serve the Other Party in Your Family Law Case
      • UCCJEA: Where Should I File My Original Case?
    • June
    • April
      • How To Prepare for a Deposition
    • March
      • Best Practices for a Zoom Hearing
    • February
      • Being Single on Valentine's Day
    • January
      • What Should I Wear To My Family Court Hearing?
      • How Should I Act During My Family Court Hearing?
  • 2022
    • March
    • February
      • Do I Need to Designate a Legal Guardian for My Child?
      • What To Do If Your Spouse is Harassing You During Your Divorce
    • January
      • How to Help Your Kids Through Their First Christmas Post-Divorce
      • What Happens to My Trust During a Divorce?
      • Divorce FAQs: What Happens to the Family Home?
      • Resolve to Establish a Will in 2022
  • 2021
    • November
      • What to Do When Your Holiday Visitation Schedule Isn't Working
      • How to Develop a Strong Prenup
    • October
      • Co-Parenting Tips: How to Handle Halloween
      • Divorce Horror Stories: What We Can Learn from Them
    • September
      • Is Alimony Automatically Awarded in Texas?
      • How to Plan for College Expenses when Negotiating Custody & Child Support
    • August
      • Divorce FAQs: How High Net Worth Cases Are Different
      • My Child’s Other Parent Cancelled Their Health Insurance; What Do I Do?
    • July
      • Should I Update My Will?
      • Is Collaborative Divorce Right for Me?
    • June
      • The Dangers of a DIY Divorce
      • Out-of-State Travel with Joint Custody: Do I Need My Coparent’s Permission?
    • May
      • What to Do When Going through a High Conflict Divorce
      • Understanding Bill & Melinda Gates’ Separation Contract
    • April
      • Misconceptions About Coparenting
      • The Benefits of a Collaborative Law Divorce
    • March
      • Attorneys Alex Hunt, R. Melissa Masoom, and Yanine Krohn Nominated to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars List
      • Six Hunt Law Firm Attorneys Named By H Texas Magazine in "Houston's Top Lawyers"
    • February
      • The Benefits of Establishing a Living Will
      • What Happens When Someone Makes a Report to CPS?
    • January
      • Can I Vaccinate My Child Without Consent From Their Other Parent?
      • How to Legally Change Your Name in Texas
  • 2020
    • December
      • Annulments in Texas
      • Hunt Law Firm Voted Best of Katy 2020
      • Texas Powers of Attorney – What Do They Do?
    • November
      • What Happens When You Die Without a Will?
      • How Parental Alienation Can Affect Child Custody
    • October
      • Can Text Messages Be Used in Court?
      • The Emotional Stages of Divorce
    • September
      • Do I Need a Will & a Trust? What's the Difference?
      • Uncontested vs. Contested Divorce: What's the Difference?
    • August
      • Can I Date During My Texas Divorce?
      • National Make-A-Will Month
    • July
      • 4 Tips to Lower Your Divorce Costs
    • June
      • Can I Get a $500 Stimulus Check for My College Student?
      • Recreational License Suspensions for Past-Due Child Support
      • Update on COVID-19 and the Fort Bend County Family Courts:
      • Update on COVID-19 and the Harris County Family Courts
    • May
      • Are You a Father? Don’t Make This Common Mistake!
      • Texas Family Law: Extended Summer Possession
      • How Child Support Debt Can Have a Negative Impact on a Second Marriage
      • Update on COVID-19 and the Waller County Family Court
      • Texas Family Law & COVID-19: Fact or Fiction
    • April
      • Moving to Texas? You May Need to Update Your Estate Plan
      • Texas Bar Foundation Welcomes Attorney Alex Hunt
      • Can a Child Be Disinherited in Texas?
      • Substance Abuse & Child Custody in Texas
      • What is a transfer on death deed?
      • Child Custody and COVID-19
      • Your Spouse is Keeping the Car. How to Get Your Name Off the Debt.
    • March
      • Child Custody Exchanges during COVID-19 “Stay at Home” Orders
      • Protective Orders During COVID-19
      • Estate Planning During COVID-19
      • Texas Supreme Court Order Regarding Child Possession and School Calendars
      • Texas Supreme Court Coronavirus Emergency Order and the Long-term Impact
      • Waller County Family Court Update
      • Harris County Family Court Update
      • Fort Bend County Family Court Update
      • What We’re Doing to Ensure We’re Here for You during COVID-19
    • February
      • What’s the Difference Between a Will and a Trust?
      • What is Child Protective Investigations?
      • Social Media Evidence in a Divorce Case
    • January
      • Termination of Parental Rights & Stepparent Adoption in Texas
      • Effects of Violating Family Court Orders in Texas
      • What Rights Do Grandparents Have in Texas?
  • 2019
    • December
      • Meet Our 2020 Super Lawyers® Rising Stars Honorees
      • Managing Child Custody During the Holidays
    • November
      • What if a Spouse Dies Without a Will in Texas?
      • Does Cohabitation End Spousal Maintenance in Texas?
    • September
      • Understanding Military Divorce
      • Denial of Visitation in Texas & What You Can Do About It
    • August
      • Guardianship in Texas
      • SAPCR vs. Paternity Cases in Texas
      • What You Need to Know About Child Protection Cases in Texas
    • June
      • Delinquent Child Support & Vehicle Registration Denials in Texas
      • Does a Forensic Accountant Belong On Your Divorce Team?
    • May
      • Locating a Missing Parent for Child Support
      • What is Kincare?
    • April
      • Understanding Paternity in Texas
    • March
      • Do Incarcerated Parents Pay Child Support in Texas?
      • Supervised Visitation in Texas
    • February
      • Should I File Bankruptcy Before or After Divorce?
      • Disinheriting a Spouse in Texas
    • January
      • Changing Your Name After a Divorce in Texas
      • What is a DFPS Investigation?
  • 2018
    • December
      • What Happens to a Business in a Divorce?
      • Does Child Support in Texas Come Out of Workers’ Compensation?
    • November
      • How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Texas
      • Can a Child Choose Which Parent to Live with in Texas?
    • October
      • 3 Hunt Law Firm Attorneys Named to Texas Rising Stars List for 2019
      • How to Add a Father to a Birth Certificate in Texas
      • Can Child Support Arrears Affect Licenses in Texas?
    • August
      • Support Obligations of Incarcerated Parents in Texas
      • We're Together, So Why Is There a Child Support Case?
    • July
      • What is Adult Guardianship?
      • What Noncustodial Parents Need to Know About Child Support
    • June
      • Contempt of Family Court
      • Terminating Parental Rights in Texas
    • May
      • Divorce: Rules for Dividing a Military Pension
      • What is CPS?
      • Preparing for Family Court
    • March
      • Mistaken Paternity Texas
      • FAQs About Child Support in Texas
    • January
      • Joint Custody & Possession Schedules
  • 2017
    • December
      • Stepparent Adoption: Do I Need the Noncustodial Parent's Consent?
      • Dividing Marital Property in a Texas Divorce
    • November
      • Attorneys Alex Hunt and Kelly Rizzo Recognized as Super Lawyers 2018 Rising Stars
      • Child Custody & Grandparents' Rights in Texas
    • October
      • Does Divorce Affect Your Credit
    • September
      • Is Spousal Maintenance Automatic?
    • August
      • Successful Parenting After the Divorce
      • Effects of a Family Violence Protective Order
    • July
      • Can I Get a U.S. Passport if I Owe Child Support?
    • June
      • CPS Investigations in Texas
      • Contempt of Court in a Child Support Case
    • May
      • Does Adultery Affect Alimony in Texas?
      • Stepparent Adoptions in Katy, Texas
    • April
      • Child Support Modifications in Katy and Houston
      • Social Media and Divorce
    • March
      • Parents Moving Out Before Divorce
      • Divorce: Should You Sell the House?
    • February
      • What You Need to Know About Military Divorce
      • Paternity in Katy, Texas
      • Property Division in a Texas Divorce
      • Financial Advice for a Katy Divorce
  • 2016
    • December
      • What Are A Father's Rights in Texas
      • Difference Between SPO, E-SPO, and Custom Visitation Orders
    • October
      • Living Wills & Power of Attorney After a Divorce
    • September
      • Same-Sex Marriage and Divorce in Texas
    • August
      • Attorney Alex Hunt Selected for "Houston's Top Lawyers"
    • May
      • Annulment in Texas
    • March
      • Why Do Houston Courts Like Geographic Restrictions?
    • February
      • What You Need to Know About Filing a SAPCR
    • January
      • How Are Retirement Accounts Handled in a Divorce?
      • How Forensic Accounting Can Help You In Your Divorce
  • 2015
    • December
      • Same-Sex Family Law Issues
    • September
      • 5 Ways to Help Your Child Deal with Divorce
      • What Is Parental Alienation?
      • How is Marital Property Categorized in Texas?
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