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Do Grandparents Have Legal Rights to Visitation in Texas?

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on August 29, 2023. Posted in Children, Grandparent Rights.

According to a 2022 study, approximately 2.55 million U.S. children live in a household with their grandparents. The relationship between a grandparent and grandchild can have a significant positive impact and influence on...

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What is the Residency Restriction in Texas?

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on August 23, 2023. Posted in Child Custody, Divorce.

When parents divorce, it can be an extremely difficult and uncertain time for their children. Ideally, both parents are committed to providing the child with everything they need to succeed, including easy access to both parents....

Texas Waiver of Service – What is it?

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on August 23, 2023. Posted in Children, Divorce, Property.

Divorce is emotionally taxing, and the legal procedures in Texas, such as the “waiver of service,” add complexity. Misinterpreting this family law document can lead to losing important rights in your divorce case....

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August 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on August 4, 2023. Posted in Divorce Videos.

INTRO It’s hard to believe summer is almost over. Time to get back to school, maybe a little back-to-school shopping. Thursdays are going to start kicking back in here shortly. We’re going to have our normal weekend periods...

How To Determine Who Gets The Car In a Texas Divorce

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on July 28, 2023. Posted in Divorce, Property Division.

A common issue in a Texas divorce is the division of an automobile when the car debt is in the name of both parties. These can be tricky situations because they involve a third party, a creditor. Below, I discuss possible options...

What Is The First Step In The Texas Adoption Process?

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on July 27, 2023. Posted in Children.

Do you want to adopt a child? Whether there is a child already in your life, such as a foster care child for whom you want to take permanent responsibility, or you want to welcome a child in need into your home, your choice...

July 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on July 3, 2023. Posted in Divorce Videos.

INTRO Today we are going to talk about July under the Texas standard possession order. I’m going to tell you upfront, it’s going to be pretty boring because there are no Thursdays, there are no weekends, and there...

June 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on May 30, 2023. Posted in Divorce Videos.

INTRO Happy summer, everyone. It is June, and we are going to talk about the Texas Standard Possession order today. Let’s see what the month brings us. We are looking at the month of June 2023. In the video, the custodial...

May 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on April 27, 2023. Posted in Divorce Videos.

INTRO Welcome to the review of the May 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order. I’m Chris Schmiedeke, Divorce Simplified. Let’s see what we have for the month of May 2023. WEEKENDS The custodial parent is in blue on...

April 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order – Summer Notice!

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on March 30, 2023. Posted in Divorce Videos.

Hello, everyone. It is April 2023 and it is time to talk about the Texas Standard Possession Order. It’s a big month because it is time to give notice for any custom summer extended possession, and it is also time for...

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