When spouses who have children decide to divorce, the subject of child custody can become very complicated. Many have certain assumptions about who should get custody of children; however, both parents are equally considered in Texas. Divorce lawyers know that fathers are equally entitled to custody and have [...]
In late 2011, drastic changes were made to the Texas alimony laws that affect how spousal maintenance is awarded, and how courts consider whether or not a spouse is eligible for alimony. Previously, the law automatically assumed that spousal support was unnecessary, putting the burden of proving [...]
When a couple files for divorce in the State of Texas, they must state a reason for requesting a dissolution of their marriage. Because there are a number of acceptable reasons that can be used as a basis for requesting a divorce, understanding the various grounds and [...]
Divorce often presents many challenges for parents. When parents remarry, there is the added challenge of raising children with new family members. Blended families are becoming increasingly common, as most divorce lawyer will advise, with one in three children today being raised in a blended household. Although [...]
Texas is a community property state, but what does that mean? What's yours is mine and what's mine is mine too? What you think of as your own separate property may really be community property. Or what truly is your separate property may end up being commingled with [...]
One common question Texas attorneys are asked when couples decide to divorce is whether or not someone has to move out of the family home during the divorce process.
This is a very good question, one that most divorce lawyers will agree has two different answers: a legal one [...]
As family structures have changed and become more complicated over the past few generations, so have the circumstances that many families find challenging them during divorce.
If you are a spouse who has become a stepparent, you may wonder what your rights are regarding your stepchildren should your current marriage [...]
Currently co-habitation, like divorce, is extremely common. According to a Pew Research Center Study, the number of co-habitating couples is on the rise, especially for couples over the age of 50. So does co-habitation mean that you are married?
In Texas, you don’t [...]
During the holidays, I sat down with some great friends and colleagues of mine at lunch and discussed what clients expect of their lawyers in family law cases. We talked about how many clients have unrealistic expectations when it comes to what their lawyers can do for them.
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At the onset of any divorce proceeding, divorce attorneys must ensure that Texas is the proper state where the divorce should be filed. Texas Family Code §6.01 makes clear that before Texas Courts will exercise jurisdiction over a divorce proceeding, the petitioner or respondent must have been a [...]
Attorney Reynaldo Garza III, has over 25 years of experience handling family law, criminal, federal law and personal injury law cases. Reynaldo values honesty and transparency with his clients and works hard to represent them.
He is a third-generation lawyer, from Brownsville, Texas, and is the grandson of Judge Reynaldo G. Garza, the first Mexican-American federal judge in United States history. He is the son of Reynaldo G. Garza, Jr., a successful lawyer and mediator practicing in Brownsville, Texas. For Reynaldo, the choice to become an attorney was an easy one. With a wealth of experience in Texas law, Reynaldo is your trusted guide through the legal jungle, providing clarity and peace of mind.
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Family law is crucial in every stage of life and can have a significant impact on your future. From prenuptial agreements to divorce and child custody, it’s important to have support and guidance throughout the process. Our focus is to help our clients navigate these challenges and make sure you have the necessary assistance every step of the way.
Family law is crucial in every stage of life and can have a significant impact on your future. From prenuptial agreements to divorce and child custody, it’s important to have support and guidance throughout the process. Our focus is to help our clients navigate these challenges and make sure you have the necessary assistance every step of the way.
