Can we hire just one attorney?

by Cristi Trusler | FAQ

In our firm, it’s not unusual for us to be the only attorney in a divorce case. I can’t really speak for other attorneys, but there are a few things you should be aware of in this situation. First and foremost, an attorney can only represent one spouse....

Can I change my name after my divorce?

by Cristi Trusler | FAQ

If you want to change your name at the time of divorce, it’s actually called a "restoration of former name." Although name changes are more common for the wife, either spouse may change their name back to a name he or she has used before. For example,...

What if my spouse won’t respond to anything related to the divorce?

by Cristi Trusler | FAQ

Keep in mind that your spouse’s lack of response won’t stop you from having your divorce granted. In this situation, it’s imperative that your spouse received formal notice of the Original Petition of Divorce. The safest way to insure a spouse was...

What can I do if my spouse is violating the Temporary Orders?

by Cristi Trusler | FAQ

If your spouse is violating the Temporary Orders that a judge issued in your case you may be able to file an enforcement action. An enforcement action would require a court hearing and could possibly result in your spouse being held in contempt. If your spouse is held...

My spouse doesn’t live in Texas, can we still get a divorce here?

by Cristi Trusler | FAQ

Either you or your spouse must have been living in Texas for at least 6 months and in the county in which you’re filing for the preceding 90 days before you can file for divorce. There are also some special exceptions for members of the military that have been...

Can I divorce my spouse who is in the military and stationed overseas when my spouse doesn’t want the divorce?

by Cristi Trusler | FAQ

Yes, you can so long as you properly notice your spouse of the pending divorce action. Your spouse may be able to assert rights under the federal Solidiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act. These rights would not stop the divorce completely but would rather abate the...

What issues are involved in divorce?

by Cristi Trusler | FAQ

There are several issues involved in the divorce process and determining the issues involved is a fact intensive case by case analysis. In general the issues of property division, support (spousal and child), conservatorship and visitation are what need to be...

How Facebook Can Screw Up Your Divorce

by Cristi Trusler | General

Social networking has exploded in the last few years and it’s certainly started to have an impact on divorce. We’re seeing clients use Facebook updates, tweets, Flickr photos and other incriminating information as evidence of cheating, poor parenting and general bad...

How can my common law spouse and I establish that we’re married?

by Cristi Trusler | FAQ

For a small fee (which varies by county), you and your common law spouse can simply go to the county clerk and swear to your marriage by filing a Declaration of Informal Marriage. If you’re not sure whether or not you are common law married, you should read How...

How soon can I start dating?

by Cristi Trusler | FAQ

I can’t really answer that question for you. However, what I can do is tell you how dating might affect your divorce and you’ll have to decide how soon to start dating. Casual dating probably won’t affect how a court will award property or child...