Texas Family Law Blog

As Halloween approaches, it’s a good time to talk about skeletons — not the ones decorating your front porch, but the kind that can lurk in the closets of a divorce or custody case. Whether it’s a hidden bank account, a private text thread, or a past mistake you’d...

Divorce is never easy, and for many, the desire to move on emotionally and romantically can come sooner than expected. But before you jump back into the dating pool, it's important to understand how dating during a divorce can impact your case legally, emotionally, and even financially. At Smart...

Smart & Malone Family Law Group, PLLC joined the Houston Bar Association's Days of Service at Books Between Kids to promote literacy and support underserved children in Houston. Learn how the team is giving back to the local community. Giving Back to the Houston Community Through Literacy

When parents separate or divorce in Texas, one of the most important — and often most emotional — issues to resolve is how they will share time with their children. In Texas, the legal term for “visitation” is possession and access. These schedules outline when each parent will have the child in...

Divorce is one of life’s most challenging transitions. Beyond the emotional strain, it involves important legal, financial, and personal decisions that can affect your future for years to come. If you’re going through a divorce in Fort Bend County, Harris County, or anywhere in Texas, being prepared — and...

When parents separate or divorce, one of the most important financial issues is child support. In Texas, child support is designed to ensure that children continue to receive financial support from both parents, even when they live in separate households. If you are going through a custody case in...