18 May The Benefits of Having a Prenuptial Agreement

Posted at 09:00h in Prenuptial Agreement by Navarrette Family Law

Getting married is an exciting and happy time, but it’s also a time to consider practical matters, including financial planning. One of the most effective ways to protect your assets in case of divorce is by having a prenuptial agreement. A prenuptial agreement, also known as...

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26 Apr Grandparent Rights in Texas: How to Establish and Maintain Relationships With Your Grandchildren

Posted at 21:00h in Child Support, Uncategorized by Navarrette Family Law

As grandparents, you love your grandchildren and want to maintain a strong relationship with them. However, sometimes family circumstances can prevent you from seeing your grandchildren as often as you'd like. In Texas, grandparents have legal rights to visitation and even custody under certain circumstances....

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17 Apr The Role of Mediation in Texas Family Law Cases

Posted at 21:00h in Mediation by Navarrette Family Law

Mediation is a process of alternative dispute resolution that can be used to settle legal issues outside of court. It is a popular option in Texas family law cases because it can be less stressful and less expensive than going to court. In this blog...

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29 Mar Modifying a Child Support Order in Texas: What You Need to Know

Posted at 21:00h in Child Support by Navarrette Family Law

Many children in the U.S. have a parent living outside of the household and therefore, paying child support. According to the U.S. Census, one-half of all custodial parents, 49.4%, had either legal or informal child support agreements. Child support orders, similarly to custody, can get modified...

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15 Mar What Impact Can Adultery Have on Divorce in Texas?

Posted at 21:00h in Divorce by Navarrette Family Law

There are many reasons to get divorced, and infidelity is one of them. The American Psychological Association (APA) reports that anywhere from 20% to 40% of divorces are linked to infidelity, and men tend to cheat more often than women do. If there is infidelity...

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11 Feb Collaborative Divorce Vs Mediation – What to Know

Posted at 09:00h in Divorce by Navarrette Family Law

No two divorces are the same and there is no one way to get divorced. Many couples try to avoid court if possible. This is known as alternative dispute resolution (ADR). A recent Custody X Change study found that 93 percent of divorcing parents tried...

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31 Jan What is Considered an Unfit Parent in Texas?

Posted at 21:00h in Family Law by Navarrette Family Law

Bad parents exist. Unfortunately, you may be co-parenting with one of them. In breaking up with your co-parent, concern naturally arises over your children’s welfare. You want the custody arrangement to make the most sense for your children and you want them to be in...

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26 Jan What Rights Does a Father Have to See His Child in Texas?

Posted at 09:00h in Custody, Family Law by Navarrette Family Law

The right to see your child is a critical one. In just over 51% of custody decisions, both parents agree that the mother should become the custodial parent. Even if you’re not a custodial parent, this doesn’t mean that you can’t or won’t be able...

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20 Jul Does it Make a Difference Which Spouse Files for Divorce First?

Posted at 17:42h in Divorce, Marriage Law by Navarrette Family Law

So you and your spouse have had a difficult conversation and decided to end your marriage. Whatever the reason, you now have the divorce process ahead of you. The first step is filing for divorce. Without that, the proceedings cannot begin. The state of Texas does...

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20 Jul Do You Need a Divorce Loan?

Posted at 17:35h in Divorce by Navarrette Family Law

In the United States, debt is no foreign concept. According to a 2021 CNBC report, the average American has $90,460 in debt. When it comes to loans, 19.4 million Americans have personal loans. People take loans for a myriad of reasons. Education is the most common...

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