by Chrysandra S. Bowen | Oct 19, 2026 | 50/50 Custody Arrangements in Texas
Myth vs. Reality When Custody Is Equally Shared What’s the reality when it comes to so-called “50/50” custody arrangements in Texas? Are they the rule in Texas? Does joint managing conservatorship (the Texas term for joint custody) guarantee equal time with each...
by Chrysandra S. Bowen | Oct 14, 2026 | Divorce and College Education in Texas
Does Texas Require Non-Custodial Parents to Contribute to College Education Funding or Support Minor Children in College? Though there are no states that compel parents in a divorce to contribute to a minor child’s college education, about half give the court the...
by Chrysandra S. Bowen | Oct 12, 2026 | What Happens While a Divorce Is Pending?
What Are the Rights and Responsibilities of the Parties after the Divorce is Filed, but Before It Becomes Final? With every divorce, by law, in Texas, there will be a period of time where the petition to terminate the marriage is pending, but not final. What happens...
by Chrysandra S. Bowen | Oct 5, 2026 | Do I Have to Go to Court to Finalize My Divorce?
Can the Process Be Completed Without a Court Appearance? Your marriage is over, you’ve filed for divorce and you’re ready to be done…do you still have to appear in court to finalize everything? Can your attorney handle it all for you? Choosing Not to Contest a Divorce...