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Frequently Asked Questions About Family Law
Part of the stress of family transitions is the unknown. When you educate yourself about family law and the legal process, you can feel more in control of your situation. A foundation of basic knowledge can go a long way toward making informed decisions. However, it’s always important to seek legal help when the stakes are high.
At The Law Office of Lisa A. Vance, P.C., we believe in empowering people by spreading knowledge. Below, we’ve provided answers to commonly asked questions about family law. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our lawyers for further guidance.
Divorce Questions
- What are Texas residency requirements for divorce?
- What four things do you need to know before starting the divorce process?
- Do you have to go to court to get what you want?
- What is spousal maintenance?
- Who is entitled to spousal maintenance?
- What should you expect from a divorce lawyer?
- What might you need in divorce that is different than what you want?
- What if your divorce is mostly uncontested?
- When you want a divorce immediately, what are your options?
- When splitting your assets, is 50/50 best?
- How can you end your marriage with a bitter court battle?
- Is it better to think about divorce in business or personal terms?
- How can you keep your divorce on track when challenges arise?
- Should you hold out on keeping the house in divorce?
- What lessons can all couples learn from a billion-dollar divorce?
- What complexities might arise in a military divorce?
- What information do I need to gather?
- What legal information do I need to know?
Child Custody Questions
- Why isn’t a one-size-fits-all parenting plan a good decision?
- Can child custody arrangements be changed in Texas?
- How can you help children understand divorce?
- Why shouldn’t you pay child support out of pocket?
- How does Texas law approach paternity disputes?
- What steps can parents take when their children are being bullied?
Domestic Violence Questions
Other Family Law Questions
Questions About Working With A Lawyer
- How to choose a family law firm?
- What is a “free” consult?
- Your first intake call to our office
- Your first trip to the lawyer’s office
- How to have a cost-conscious divorce
- What Information do I need to gather as you prepare for divorce?
- Who will get the children?
- What does paralegal do?
- What is an IOLTA?
- Why might a good lawyer make a lousy therapist?
- Why can hiring a pitbull divorce lawyer be the pits?
- What should you ask a family law attorney during your first meeting?
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We are here for you when you need honest legal guidance on your family law situation. Call our San Antonio office at 210-265-6277 or send us an email to get your questions answered.