Same Sex Divorce Lawyer Austin, TX Many couples open joint bank accounts when they get married. Combining incomes and expenses works for most married couples — as long as the marriage works. If the marriage fails, one of the most difficult aspects of dividing property can be dissolving joint bank accounts. It is imperative to…

After much reflection and counsel, you have decided to move forward with a divorce.  Whether the divorce process is amicable or contentious, the first step is to file your petition with the appropriate court that has jurisdiction to hear your case.  It is important to determine which court has jurisdictional rights because if a case…

Last week I was at the Travis County Courthouse at uncontested docket and for the first time in my career, I saw a divorce prove-up for a same-sex couple. It is really interesting, as a family law attorney, to see how your practice can change overtime based on how the Supreme Court rules on certain…

Arbitration provisions are almost reflexively included in contracts, and parties do not consider the implications until a dispute arises.  Following are some pros and cons that should be given some thought before automatically agreeing to an arbitration provision: Cost.  Arbitration is often advocated based on the notion that the costs of litigation will be reduced…

Solicit three to five attorney referrals from trusted sources. These referral sources may be family, friends, therapists, financial advisors, or attorneys in other practice areas. After you have received a number of referrals, research the attorneys using their website, online reviews, and attorney blogs or publications. Set up an in person meeting with the attorneys that…