- DivorceMatters of divorce for active or former members of the military are often much more complex than if both spouses are civilians. Because of this added complication, having a San Antonio military divorce attorney who understands what you are facing can make all the difference. At The Law Office of Rebecca J. Carrillo, our skilled founding attorney has extensive experience in cases like these and can help you navigate your military divorce proceedings in Texas.
- Child SupportWhen going through a divorce case, there are many details that need to be worked through. One of the most complex aspects of any divorce is how the agreement will impact the children. Child support is handled through the Texas Attorney General's office and this can be done through a Child Support Review Process negotiation conference (CSRP). At a CSRP, both parents can be present and can have representation from their own San Antonio lawyer. While these meetings do involve a third party, this individual is looking out for the overall picture and is not there to represent you exclusively.
- Child Custody and VisitationOr separation, one highly contentious issue for the couple to decide on is custody and visitation of their child or children. Possession can be divided in many ways, and each child custody case is unique, which means it's vital to be adequately represented by child custody
- AdoptionIn these situations and others, adoption can be an excellent solution that brings a child to a loving home. While the state allows all people to seek adoption, there may be requirements made based on the type of adoption, including whether it is a local or international adoption.
- PaternityEstablishing paternity can give a father rights to his children or enable the other parent to seek out child support from the established father. We are familiar with this process and can walk you through the steps of determining paternity and what this means for a case. There are many factors looked at in support cases, which is why it is best to work with a knowledgeable child support attorney in San Antonio, TX.
- Premarital AgreementLastly, couples can create a pet prenuptial agreement—commonly known as a “pet-nup"—which is an agreement between pet owners that determines each party’s pet custody and visitation rights in the event of a divorce or separation.
- Spousal SupportIn general, you can’t get a divorce faster than 61 days in Texas. There is a 60-day waiting period for a divorce. The waiting period begins from the date that the petition for divorce is filed. The earliest you can be divorced is 61 days after filing the petition for divorce. If there has been family violence, the waiting period may be modified to allow for the divorce to happen more quickly. However, on average, it can take anywhere from six months to one full year for a Texas divorce to be finalized. The specific amount of time this takes depends on various factors surrounding the case and whether the two parties have conflicts in certain areas like property division, spousal support, or child custody. Contact our San Antonio spousal support attorney who has experience and expertise with the various aspects associated with a divorce.
- Legal SeparationAnother important thing to know about divorce in Texas is that there are no legal separations required. In fact, the state doesn’t recognize legal separation. However, this means that even if you and your spouse are living apart, all of your property is still considered community property. Any assets that are acquired during this time would be divided if you and your spouse pursue a divorce in the future.
- Child AbuseIf you are modifying on the grounds that circumstances have materially and substantially changed, you will need to show the court that something very important has changed in your life or your child’s life that requires the current order to be modified. Some examples are drug usage by a parent, criminal convictions, job offers in another city, and acts of child abuse or neglect.
- Restraining OrderUnfortunately, divorce and other areas of family law can involve tense or even dangerous situations. If you are worried about your safety or the safety of your children, it is important that you get the protection you need. The police can be the first step to get out of an immediately dangerous situation, but court orders can provide another means of protection against stalking, violence, and more. Protective and restraining orders are available through the court system and these can set regulations that are enforceable if necessary.
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