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Child Support in Same-Sex Divorce When parents separate, finances usually follow close behind. It is uncomfortable. It can feel transactional. But at the center of it is the child. Texas…

Marriage Equality Changed the Law, But Not Every Question For many couples in Texas, the legal wedding date is not the beginning of the relationship. It might not even be…

Child support exists to help cover a child’s basic needs. Things like housing, food, clothing, school expenses, and day-to-day care. It is not meant to reward one parent or punish…

Why Digital Life Matters in Divorce and Child Custody Most of us do almost everything on our phones now: We text, email, post photos, we vent. We share things without…

Custody, Support, and Legal Challenges for Active-Duty Families San Antonio has a big military community, so it’s common for parents here to deal with custody or support questions while juggling…

When a family has connections to more than one country, even everyday parenting can feel complicated. Once a relationship ends, the stress jumps fast. A parent may be living overseas…

Co-Parenting Strategies and Communication After Separation When parents go their separate ways, the parenting part does not disappear. It stays right there on the table, and most people are surprised…

Divorce impacts almost all areas of life, and one of the most challenging areas to rebuild is finances. New expenses, a single income, and somewhat complicated decisions regarding property, debt,…

When Child Protective Services (CPS) becomes involved in a family’s life, the situation can be stressful and overwhelming. At Jean Brown Law Firm, we understand the complexities of CPS investigations…

Marriage is both an emotional and financial partnership. Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can provide clarity and security by outlining financial rights and responsibilities before or during a marriage. At Jean…

It is never easy ending a marriage. Both parties have tried everything to save it, but sometimes things do not always work out. Marriage annulments can turn ugly with both…

What happens when a Texas family law order is not followed? When a family law order is not followed, it can disrupt your family’s stability and create unnecessary stress. At…