- DivorceA collaborative divorce is a process that promotes open communication between disputing parties with the assistance of collaborative attorneys and professionals. This approach falls under the umbrella of collaborative law which utilizes “interested-based negotiation,” enabling spouses to make agreements by focusing on their most important individual and mutual goals. Collaborative law emphasizes parties working together towards a solution that’s best for all parties and children involved. It is an innovative approach to divorce, from the very simple cases to the most complex.
- Child SupportThe following child support calculator is provided by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas and will estimate Obligor’s monthly child support payment based on Texas child support guidelines...
- Child Custody and VisitationIn Texas, a trial in a divorce or child custody case will usually occur in what is called a bench trial. In bench trials, the Judge hearing the case will decide all the issues before him/her. The Judge listens to testimony from witnesses, reviews evidence presented in the case, applies the laws relevant to the case, and makes a final ruling. The Court’s ruling will then become a final order.
- AdoptionAdoption is a legally recognized way of forming the legal parent-child relationship. Fox law primarily focuses on assisting clients with domestic, independent, and stepparent adoptions. Adoptions require a number of legal documents and studies to help the court determine the best interest of the child before granting an adoption. It’s important to understand all of the requirements before filing for an adoption in Texas.
- Premarital Agreement
- Spousal SupportThe award of spousal maintenance, and the amount and duration of maintenance is determined on a case-by-case basis. Unless the parties agree otherwise, the party seeking spousal maintenance must be eligible for maintenance pursuant to the Texas Family Code. While an argument for the award of spousal maintenance is more complex, Texas Family Code § 8, states that a court may not order spousal maintenance that requires an obligor to pay more than the lesser of...
- Child Abuse
- Restraining OrderA temporary restraining order (TRO) is used in family law cases as an emergency court order that prohibits the other party from specific actions in order to protect your property, your safety, or the safety of a child until a temporary orders hearing can be held. For example, a TRO may temporarily limit access to or possession of a child or prevent the other party from liquidating certain financial accounts if granted.
- Business DisputesMargo Ahern Fox is a trained mediator and a board-certified attorney by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Family Law. Margo has been mediating cases since 2000 and has extensive mediation experience involving complex family law and civil litigation cases such as business disputes. Her wide range of knowledge in these areas of law, combined with her ability to see the big picture and form creative solutions quickly, provides valuable guidance to parties as they seek to reach a resolution.
- Personal InjurySpouse’s personal injury settlement resulting from a car accident in which the spouse was injured (not including lost wages)
- Auto Accidents