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If you are a party in a family law case, there are generally two ways to approach the matter: settle out of court or go to court. But many people might wonder if one option is better than the other. After all, a well-negotiated settlement – child custody or property division, for example — could quietly get you and everyone else involved what they want without a costly trial. At the same time, some genuinely believe justice in these situations can only be served in a court of law. So who is right? The answer lies in the facts and

When you or a loved one are facing a legal problem for the first time, it is only natural to seek out resources that might shed light on the law, prepare you for the road ahead, and perhaps guide you toward the best possible outcome. With that goal in mind, it is important to know exactly what you are looking for: legal information or legal advice. Contrary to what you might think, these terms are not one and the same. And not knowing the difference could mean only having access to general information rather than a lawyer with vast knowledge

Reasons People Get Divorced. The New York Times was bold enough to estimate that 2.6 million weddings would take place before the end of 2022. After all, marriage is a beautiful institution, and millions of couples cannot wait to walk down that aisle and start their new lives together. The reality, however, is that 50% of all marriages end in divorce. So while we hope those unions will flourish, some couples will suffer rocky times and choose divorce as the answer. Why do so many marriages fail? More often than not, it is because of these common reasons people get

If you and your spouse are thinking about getting a divorce, and every conversation up to this point has felt like a never-ending battle for control, it is only natural to feel like you need to make the first move. In other words, file for divorce first. But is there a strategic advantage to doing so? We get asked this question a lot, so here is our honest advice on the matter. In Texas, it legally makes no difference who is the petitioner (the person who files first) and who is the respondent (the party who must respond to the

As we end one year and turn the page to the fresh start that comes with 2023, our team at Nelson Law Group, PC, has compiled 10 helpful divorce and parenting blogs from our library of article posts that will undoubtedly prepare you for the road ahead. The bottom line is that we are invested in you and your family. This is why we pride ourselves on offering compassionate support beyond traditional legal advice, courtrooms, and paperwork. How Long Does Divorce Take in Texas? Will your divorce take a few days? A week? Longer? Unfortunately, there is no catch-all answer