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Bo Nichols named in the 2023 Best Lawyers Awards for his accomplishment in Family Law
Overview
After his impressive feats of being recognized as the best Lawyer in America from 2009 along with the title of Texas Super Lawyer
since 2005, Mr. Nichols has now been named in the 2023 Best Lawyers Awards. The recognition for Bo Nichols has been due to his brilliant
work as a Solo Practitioner of Family Law.
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International Be Kind to Lawyers Day – 11 April 2023
Overview
International Be Kind to Lawyers Day takes place on the 2nd Tuesday of April. Although lawyers have a bad reputation among the general public, it is an important profession for society as well as the justice system. The general public has mocked and seen it as an evil occupation. This profession is based on the idea that the public is being exploited by lawyers who
charge huge fees and have the goal of winning the case. However, this day is about spreading the awareness that many of these myths exist and that not all lawyers practice law with ethics.
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What Are The Methods Family Lawyers Use To Settle Disputes?
Overview
In a separation or divorce, ex-couples will often need to resolve custody, support, property division, and child support issues. However, not all divorcing and separating couples can independently agree to an amicable arrangement. The situation can often dissolve into enmity and disagreements when the arrangements for life after marriage or cohabitation are made.
Family lawyers can help in such cases by offering a range of dispute resolution options to assist ex-spouses in reaching a mutually beneficial agreement.
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What Are the Rights of Parents for Child Custody After Divorce
Overview
Parents who are divorced or have kids younger than 18 years old may find it difficult to raise their kids in single-parent households. Remember
that you're not unaccompanied and that professional help is available to you.
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International Child Custody Law | Everything You Should Know
Overview
When a child custody case occurs in an international arena, it can be more heated and emotional. This is because few countries have not been
involved with some dispute over their children's lives or immigration status abroad - which means every decision impact two different cultures at once!
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How Much Does Divorce Affect the Mental Health of Children?
Overview
Custody battles can be a very stressful time for both parents and children. Some wonder if they
should stay together, while others know that the only way out is through divorce proceedings- though this doesn't mean it will always bring them relief or happiness!
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How to Apply for Your Child's Custody Legally?
Overview
The District Court has jurisdiction to entertain applications for orders appointing guardians.
If a person is appointed or declared according to these proceedings, that court may also appoint them!
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9 Legal Facts About Divorce You Should Know
When a marriage ends, many changes often happen to spouses and their children. These can cause increased stress levels in both parties as they figure
out how the divorce will affect them moving forward with new living arrangements or parenting schedules while also deciding what property belongs were at times like these -
not forgetting money! It's no wonder it becomes difficult for people who may be feeling emotional after experiencing such an event. Still, legal documents need attention, too,
so make sure you understand your rights before signing anything without consulting legal counsel first.
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Different Types of Divorces Explained
Overview
The divorce process can be a difficult time for any family. There are two types of divorces that couples may choose from: "divorce from bed and board,"
which is available in some states, or an official ending called ' finalized.' The difference between these options depends on the desires and needs each spouse has going forward after separating legally--
whether they want to live together as friends with benefits but still be able to engage sexually at times without feeling committed beyond those boundaries, or would rather move past this stage altogether.
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The Concept of Child Support and the Real Purpose Behind It
Overview
Child support is a vital need in most cases, where one parent pays the other financial assistance to provide for their child or children.
Child-support payments can vary depending on where you live and what agreement has been reached between you!
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When It's the Right Time to Seek a Divorce Lawyer
Overview
It's no surprise that there are thousands of blogs, self-help websites, and legal advice sites available to you in today's internet-driven world.
The process can be overwhelming for someone deciding whether or not they want a divorce; however, with so much information out on the web, it would make sense if we were all unsure what was true!
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Child Custody And Parenting Rights
Apart from divorce decisions, deciding child's custoy dand child support is a major decision for divorcing couples. It affects the future life of
the child; therefore, you have to decide what's in the best interest of your child. Houston law advises keeping the child's priority ahead of all other matters typically involved in marriage termination.
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Child Support Arrears – What If Non-Custodial Parents Do Not Pay Child Support?
Child support intends to level the share of responsibilities between you and your co-parent so that each parent shares the financial burdens of the child’s upbringing.
An arrear is a legal or financial term that is used to describe the state of being late in the fulfillment of duty or debts; for instance, it is commonly used in the context of child support.
An arrear is a legal or financial term that is used to describe the state of being late in the fulfillment of duty or debts; for instance, it is commonly used in the context of child support.
Divorce Mediator Vs. Divorce Lawyer – What To Choose?
No matter what your circumstances are and in which state you live, the decision to get a divorce is stressful and tough. Not only the decision to divorce is challenging, choosing a mediator vs. divorce lawyer makes it more difficult.
Many individuals don't want to hire a lawyer to cut the expense of divorce – however, mediators also fail to reach an agreement in some divorce cases. This comparison doesn't mean that lawyers and mediators work in opposition. In fact, some divorce cases require a lawyer and a mediator too!
A mediator is a neutral person who focuses on the best interest and mutual agreement between both parties; however, a divorce lawyer only emphasizes the clients' best interest.
So, which is better – a divorce attorney or a mediator?
Hold on! Before reaching the conclusion of choosing a divorce lawyer or a divorce mediator – it is important to learn about the differences between each and the outcome they can have on your divorce.
47th Emergency Order
The Texas Supreme Court issued its
47th Emergency Order of the COVID-19 pandemic on January 19. In it, the court renews and amends its 45th Emergency Order to::
- Permit all Texas courts to use video and teleconferencing methods in civil and criminal cases through April 1, 2022;
- Allow justice and municipal courts to suspend or modify trial-related and pretrial hearing deadlines through March 1, 2022;
- Urge justice and municipal courts to "move swiftly to return to regular pretrial and trial proceedings as soon as reasonably feasible before March 1, 2022;"
- Continue the authority of courts to modify certain procedures and deadlines in child-protection cases; and
- Allow courts to continue to use reasonable efforts to hold proceedings remotely with certain exceptions or actions required.
Bo Nichols named in the 2023 Best Lawyers Awards for his accomplishment in Family Law
After his impressive feats of being recognized as the best Lawyer in America from 2009 along with the
title of Texas Super Lawyer since 2005, Mr. Nichols has now been named in the
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MAJOR NEW CHILD CUSTODY LAWS ADDRESS PARENTING TIME EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1ST
By enacting new §153.317(a)(9) and §153.3171, Family Code, the Legislature responded to calls for "equal parenting" or "50/50" custody orders.
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Texas Supreme Court Rules In Favor of Parental Rights – In Re C.J.C.
The Texas Family Law bar has been eagerly awaiting a ruling from the Texas Supreme Court on the case In Re C.J.C. This case addressed whether a fit parent has the fundamental righ
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How much does a lawyer cost for child custody?
Family lawyers can provide a diverse range of custody services for children. Child custody is required in most incidents: marriage (breakup and legal divorce), inheritance, modificat
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How to get a court-appointed attorney for family law?
In the United States, any person accused of a crime has the right to an attorney under the constitution. The Texas Legislature enacted the Fair Defense Act to ensure that indigent su
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What does a family law attorney do?
Family attorneys are lawyers specialized in family law matters. They deal with legal disputes regarding family members. Divorce, parenting, guardianship, and liberation are few examp
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How to Find a Pro Bono Family Lawyer
A Pro Bono lawyer or better say the Volunteer Lawyer that deals with you against no prior fees to be paid to him and through any other sources.
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How Much Does a Family Lawyer Cost
Have you been looking for how much does a family lawyer cost in Texas? The internet would be a last resort to many for visualizing what cost they need to incur while dealing with cer
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Can a Lawyer Represent Family
If you have been looking for a solid answer to a question can a lawyer represent family in Texas? The answer is yes as they are allowed to practice presenting the fa
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Texas Supreme Court Custody Order Under Covid-19 Emergency
If you are wondering whether or not the COVID-19 pandemic will justify violating a court order for possession and access - you might want to read these two Emergency Orders from the
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Paycheck Protection Program for Family Law Litigants
To all you Moms, Dads, Husbands and Wives, who are currently involved in family law litigation or contemplating filing, but are hesitant to proceed further due to loss of income
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