It can be said that there is somewhat of an art and science to an oral argument for an appeal. This matter is subject to much debate. What is the…
A Federal Family Law Case (Constitutional Issues and International Parental Kidnapping)
Family law is generally confined to the state courts. That is because each state decides its own matrimonial and domestic relations law. So it is very rare for a federal…
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson Attorneys Welcome the Frisco Community to its New Office
The attorneys of Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson’s new Frisco office opened its doors to the business and local community on April 3. The afternoon started off with a ribbon-cutting…
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson Partners Honored for Work in Family Law
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson partners are once again recognized in D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas for their representation of clients in family law. Keith Nelson, Scott Downing, Jeff…
What is the state court appellate process in Texas generally like?
The process for an appeal begins in the trial court. This is the time to request findings of fact and conclusions of law: Finding out the trial court’s reasoning for…
A Friend’s Guide to Divorce
We understand. This is an intensely important time in your life, and you undoubtedly have a lot of questions. From the basics like how to select a lawyer, to issues…
Four Attorneys from Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson Earn 2018 Texas Rising Stars Honors
Four attorneys with Texas family law firm Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP, have made the prestigious Texas Rising Stars list of top lawyers in the state for 2018.
How the New Frisco Office is Beneficial to the Firm, its Clients and the Attorneys
Jeff Anderson and Chris Oldner share how the new Frisco office helps their business and their work/life balance in “Home is Where the Heart is…And the office, and your family,…
Helping Your Marriage Be the Best it Can Be… Every Day
If you really want to show your spouse, domestic partner, better half or ball-and-chain that you care, the most effective way to do that is on a day they don’t…
What does the standard of review mean on appeal in a family law case in Texas?
When a case gets to an appeal, the appellate court generally looks at the documents and filings in the lower court as well as the transcripts of the trial and…