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Served with a divorce in Tyler TX? Here’s what to do next

“You’ve been served.” Individuals all around East Texas, Smith County and Tyler can relate. This is how lawsuits of all types start. But when it’s a divorce you’ve been served with, it’s vital that you make the right decisions every step of the way. Your decisions from here on out can change the result of your case. This post answers some of the most common initial questions you may have when you get served with a divorce in Tyler, Texas or in the numerous counties around Smith County and Tyler.

Family Law

Why you may (or may not) need a court order

Court orders are essential for protecting your rights as a parent and ensuring that your children’s needs are met. If you’re in a situation where you need to assert your rights or seek enforcement of your obligations, a court order is the best way to do so. But navigating the legal system can be overwhelming, which is why it’s so important to work with an attorney who can provide you with the guidance and support you need. Don’t go it alone – let an experienced professional help you fight for your rights and the well-being of your children.

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Do I have to Raise My Right Hand?

In family law cases, including custody disputes, termination and adoption cases, enforcement cases, and the other types of family disputes, clients often wonder: “Do I even have to go to court? And what can I expect if I have to testify?” This post focuses on a few general rules of thumb regarding court hearings in family law cases.

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Geographic restrictions – What’s the Big Deal?

A geographic restriction in many custody orders keeps a “custodial” parent from moving the child’s primary residence outside of a certain geographic area.

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Have court in Texas but live out of state? Here’s what you can do

So, you’ve been served with court paperwork that court is in Texas, but you are not. This may not be surprising to you if your spouse or the other parent live in Texas, or if you left Texas just recently. Or it could come as a shock. You ask yourself: what do I do now? Fortunately there are some steps you can take to make this process easier. If you have court in Texas but reside out of Texas you desperately need to retain a Texas attorney, and one with experience dealing with family law jurisdictional battles.

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Filing a tax return in the year of divorce

One area that is almost always misunderstood and misreported is how to file your return in the year of divorce.

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Temporary Restraining Orders, Temporary Orders, and Protective Orders, Oh My!

Temporary restraining orders (TROs) are often misread or misconstrued, and they can easily be confused with protective orders and temporary orders. So, what is the difference, and why does this all have to be so confusing? Temporary restraining orders, temporary orders, and protective orders each serve distinct purposes, and each requires a different “showing” (procedure) before they can be granted.