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How Does Adultery Affect Divorce in Texas?

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on January 30, 2024. Posted in Divorce.

Key Takeaways: Adultery can be grounds for divorce in Texas. If your partner committed adultery, it could affect property division during the divorce. While Texas family law does not always consider divorce, such as with child...

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What Happens to a Stepchild If a Biological Parent Dies?

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on January 30, 2024. Posted in Adoption, Child Custody.

Key Takeaways: Stepparents in Texas are not automatically afforded parental rights. Stepparents can argue for and eventually win custody of stepchildren through the courts. A lawyer can help build a case with evidence that...

December 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on December 1, 2023. Posted in Divorce Videos.

INTRO Hello everyone, I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving, Today we are going to review the Texas Standard Possession Order for December 2023. You may want to watch the video to follow along. The custodial parent is in...

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November 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order

Written by Chris Schmiedeke on November 2, 2023. Posted in Divorce Videos.

INTRO Well, winter is here with a vengeance. It’s going to make for an interesting Halloween for the kids, but that’s not why we’re here today. Today we are here to talk about the Texas Standard Possession...

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October 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order

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

INTRO Well, we’re back for another edition of “What In the Heck Is Going on with the Texas Standard Possession Order”, the October 2023 Edition. Spoiler alert, there’s really nothing that unusual about the October...

September 2023 Texas Standard Possession Order

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

Well, it's that time again, time to review the monthly Standard Possession Order for the state of Texas. This will be September 2023. All of the kids should be back in school so we are under a regular schedule. This month,...

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...

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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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....

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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...

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