DALLAS – Distinguished family law practitioners Richard Orsinger, Keith Nelson, R. Scott Downing and Jeffrey Owen Anderson announce…
DIVORCE IN THE DITIAL AGE
Technology has changed the way most of us do business, communicate with friends and family, and conduct our social lives. It’s also changed the face of divorce. Divorcing couples…
How Is Child Custody Decided?
The primary concern of the court in custody decisions is the best interest of the child. Ideally, parents will be able to agree, before going to court, what that means…
Pregnancy Compounds Complexity Of Divorce
Among the first recommendations your lawyer might make to you as you initiate divorce proceedings is to refrain from moving on too soon. There are many emotional reasons for this,…
Dallas Family Law Attorney Jeffrey Anderson Named General Counsel Of Kids Matter International
DALLAS – Respected Family Law attorney Jeffrey O. Anderson, a partner in the Dallas office of Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, L.L.P., has been named general counsel of the not-for-profit…
Regaining Control Over Family Finances During Divorce
Since family finances are arguably a primary source of discord among spouses in marriage, it’s hardly surprising that disagreements and misunderstandings over money play a significant role in many divorce…
Family Law Attorney Richard Orsinger Earns Top Honor For Continuing Education Article
DALLAS – Attorney Richard R. Orsinger, named partner in the Family Law boutique Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, L.L.P., recently received the 2013 Franklin Jones Best Continuing Legal Education Article…
What Is “community Property” And How Does That Affect My Divorce?
Community property is all the property you and your spouse acquired during the marriage. Because Texas is a community property state, the property you acquired during your marriage – with…
Maintaining Relationships with Stepchildren after Divorce
Thanks to the Brothers Grimm (and Disney’s family friendly repurposing of their tales), the words “wicked” and “stepmother” are inextricably linked. But while some step-relationships may prove challenging, most blended…
Can an attorney force my child to testify in divorce proceedings?
Anyone can be required to appear before a court, but not everyone can be compelled to testify. Minors so young that they cannot understand the oath or answer questions may…