There’s going to be a party at the White House today. Thousands have been invited to the White House lawn to watch President Biden sign the Respect for Marriage Act into law. Passed by Congress last week, Biden characterized the legislation as “a critical step to...
Family Law
The powerful bond between fathers and their children
At the Law Office of Lisa A. Vance, we're advocates for fathers' rights because we feel that the bond between fathers and children are special, and we want to make sure that those rights are protected. That was the inspiration for a video involving two collaborators...
We’re finally saying goodbye to this upside-down year
With just a few days left before we turn the page on 2021, we have to say that it’s been a completely upside-down year in a lot of ways. It starts with COVID-19, of course – we thought we were turning the corner on it for good in July, and then the Delta and Omicron...
What are my rights as a grandparent in Texas?
While parents are arguably the most important people in a child’s life, grandparents are certainly a close second. And while grandparents don’t have the same rights that parents do regarding the upbringing of a child, they do have rights in Texas. And, according to...
What is second-parent adoption, and is it something I can do?
If you’re looking into second-parent adoption, here are some things to know.
How we’re changing things as Texas opens back up: We’re not!
The Law Office of Lisa A. Vance is keeping its policies intact for the time being, even with the state guidelines launched May 1.
Whether it’s coronavirus or divorce, listen to the experts
Whether it’s coronavirus or divorce, it’s best to listen to the experts.
Lessons on Negotiating and Civility from the Late President Bush
This week, the nation mourned the death of President George Herbert Walker Bush, and his loss was especially felt by all of us living in Texas, his adopted home state. It's always a time for somber reflection when a leader of his stature passes, especially when...
How can a family law firm be both compassionate and tough?
How can a law firm be both compassionate and tough, you're wondering? Can you simultaneous be concerned for everyone involved in a negotiation and yet fight to get what one person wants? That's the challenge we take on every day at the Law Office of [nap_names...
Promoting Healthy Families
One of the most important things to keep in mind in family law - for everyone involved - is that the parent-child relationship is fundamentally the same throughout the divorce. A divorce decree means that parents will go about their routines differently, and they will...