Prenuptial agreements are not particularly common in Texas, or in most other states. Texas is a community property state, which means that all assets acquired during a…
Three Things Parents Should Know About the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA)
The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) is a multi-state compact that helps to ensure separated parents cannot move their children across state lines simply in order…
My Ex Relocated And Took My Child Out Of The Country — What Can I Do?
When you share child custody with your ex, learning that your ex has relocated with your child can be devastating. For many parents, news of the relocation is a…
Difference Between Mediated Settlement Agreement vs. Divorce Decree
Spouses in the midst of divorce have every opportunity to divide their assets and settle important issues without having to get the court involved. In fact, this often ends up…
Richard Orsinger Named Among Nation’s Top Attorneys
Flagship Lawdragon guide lists ONDA name partner for excellence in appellate, family law DALLAS – Dallas-based Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP, (ONDA)…
ONDA’s Chris Konneker Achieves Board Certification in Family Law
Distinction earned by less than 1% of Texas attorneys DALLAS – Family law attorney Chris Konneker with Dallas-based Orsinger, Nelson, Downing &…
How Mediation Can Help Families Resolve Disputes Amicably
Family disputes during divorce can quickly become contentious, leaving long-lasting emotional scars on everyone involved—especially on any children involved. A process called “mediation” offers an effective way to address conflicts…
Is There a Limit to How Long You Have to Pay Alimony in Texas?
How Long Do You Have To Pay Alimony? In many states, spousal support is available for almost any length of time the judge designates. But in Texas, the law limits…
An Overview of Collaborative Divorce in Texas
By definition, civil litigation is adversarial. It’s always “my lawyer against your lawyer.” For many years, divorce litigation was the only way to legally dissolve a marriage, divide community property,…
Do Unmarried Fathers Have Parental Rights in Texas?
A common concern for many men who have children is this: if they are not married, do they also not have rights with respect to their children? In a word,…