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Category: Family Law

Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody and Adoption related articles published by Ty Czapla, a Tyler, Texas attorney. Topics include separation, custody orders, protective orders, adultery, domestic violence, and more.

Alimony, Spousal Support, Spousal Maintenance in Texas - TLC Law, PLLC
Family Law

An Overview of Alimony in Texas

In Texas law, alimony is referred to as “spousal maintenance.” Alimony is the exception and not the rule in Texas. With that said, alimony is worth seeking for countless spouses, and you shouldn’t discount it simply based on what you’ve heard. This post is meant as a general summary of alimony in Texas.

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Parental Rights in a Lesbian Marriage - Lesbian Parents - TLC Law, PLLC in Tyler TX
Family Law

Parentage in a Lesbian Marriage

Texas lesbian marriages can have some complexities when it comes to parental rights during separation or divorce. Learn about protecting parental rights through donor agreements and expert legal guidance.

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How do I get Sole Custody in Tyler, TX and East Texas Counties - TLC Law, PLLC
Family Law

How do I get Sole Custody in Tyler, TX and East Texas Counties?

Sole custody is a term thrown around a lot. In my office in downtown Tyler I meet with numerous potential clients seeking an attorney for a family law case. This post will break down the different parental rights and duties in a custody case. This will give parents a better understanding of what they can, or perhaps should, get in their family law case.

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Served with divorce in Tyler TX - TLC Law, PLLC
Family Law

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. 

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Why you may (or may not) need a court order - TLC Law, PLLC in Tyler TX
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 testify for a Family Law Case? TLC Law, PLLC in Tyler, TX
Family Law

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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Family Law Court in Texas but live out of state - TLC Law PLLC, Tyler TX
Family Law

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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