Texas is a community property state, meaning that property acquired during the marriage is generally considered to be owned equally by both spouses. During divorce proceedings, the court will divide community property in a “just and right” manner, taking into account factors such as each spouse...
You’re at the Rotary club’s monthly meeting when a realtor who’s part of your lawyer referral network pulls you aside. She’s convinced that her client needs your help, but you have no idea whether he thinks he needs a lawyer. She ends with, “Here’s his number. You should give...
Get a lawyer.Counsel can provide real value working on behalf of the recipient of a subpoena or demand. First, while you may well believe that you and your company have done nothing wrong, there is no guarantee that prosecutors share that view. An attorney will use the request as an oppor...
I had my own issues. The first person I started dating after my divorce, which occurred two years prior, I am still with. However, I had issues tied to how I was affected by the previous relationship. I sought help from a counselor, a woman, who was fabulous. She informed me that I...
” As described below, there are a number of concrete, identifiable steps one can take to develop mediation skills and a referral base while still gaining experience as a litigator or other professional. Later, when a person’s reputation and experience are well-developed, they will already ...