Child Custody Cases in Texas As the summer months approach, many divorced parents may find themselves confronted for the first time with the boundaries of summer custody schedules. Bineham & Gillen understands that court order jargon can be difficult to comprehend at times, so we’ve created this article to assist you in better understanding the […]
Uncontested Divorce vs Conscious Uncoupling Ending a marriage through divorce can be a difficult and emotional process. Sometimes, however, both parties involved would like to end on amicable terms. If you and your spouse have found yourselves in this position, then there are two divorce styles to choose from: uncontested divorce or conscious uncoupling. Below, […]
Signs You Need Legal Mediation Legal mediation is a popular method used to find a legal solution to many, if not most, civil cases. Below, you’ll find a summary of as well as signs that may suggest you need this type of representation for your case. What is Legal Mediation? Legal mediation is the process […]
Filing for a divorce is stressful. There are a lot of steps involved, which means there are a lot of questions to ask. Have you asked this one: What information becomes public access and what is kept a secret during a divorce case? Here at Bineham & Gillen, we are experts when it comes to […]
Divorce is tough, and there can be a lot of confusion when the process begins. It’s easy to get overwhelmed as you emotionally prepare to go through this difficult time, but what can you do to prepare yourself financially? Here at Bineham & Gillen, we’ve seen it all. We know what financial steps you need […]
You may have heard the phrase “contempt of court” on your favorite legal drama or daytime judge show – but you may not understand what contempt of court, or more commonly referred to as contempt, means. When someone is found to be in contempt, they have displayed disruptive or disrespectful behavior in court or deliberately […]
To most people divorce means everyone for themselves. Divorce can get ugly, with endless arguments over the terms and even court proceedings. But it doesn’t have to be contentious or aggressive. Collaborative divorce presents the option of a peaceful divorce process. What is Collaborative Divorce? Collaborative divorce is a new method of alternative dispute resolution […]
The process of divorce is difficult for everyone involved, especially children. Telling your kids that you’re getting a divorce isn’t easy, but there are several things you can do to minimize confusion and make the news less overwhelming. Take Time to Plan You and your partner’s decision to divorce doesn’t happen overnight – but once […]
When most people hear the phrase “restraining order,” they typically associate domestic violence or harassment. While a restraining order does protect victims of family violence in some states, the state of Texas calls this a protective order. So what is the difference between a temporary restraining order and a protective order, and when do you […]
Circumstances change – even when it comes to child support. You may be eligible for what’s known as child support modification. Here’s the process and how child support modification works in Texas. Material and Substantial Circumstances There are specific circumstances that grant you eligibility for applying to modify child support. This substantial change can happen […]
