The holiday season can be one of the most joyful times in a child’s life. However, for co-parents who share custody of their children and do not have a holiday visitation agreement in place, this can quickly escalate to a stressful time for both children and their parents. Misunderstandings about custody schedules during the holidays,…
This past Wednesday, The House unanimously passed a bill to update the tax code so that it provides equal treatment for same-sex married couples. The passing of this bill, also known as the PRIDE Act, allows same-sex couples who got married before the Defense of Marriage Act was struck down in 2013 by the Supreme…
When a judge rules on case in family law, sometimes the parties involved don’t always agree with the decision. In this case, the parent or spouse involved may wonder if anything can be done to alter the decision. And sometimes there is. You can appeal a ruling. In the appeal process, a request is made…
Parental rights termination, while sometimes necessary, is not as simple as wanting the other parent out of your child’s life. While that may sound ideal, the truth is that parental rights termination is a serious matter. So much so that it is often referred to as the “death penalty” of parenting. Moreover, terminating a parent’s…
A family law attorney in San Antonio can help people facing legal issues concerning divorce, adoption, custody, or other issues related to family law. In this article, we will explore when is the right time to hire a family law attorney and how to find one that is right for your situation. What a Family…
We recently came across an article by family law attorney, Christina Pesoli, titled “Gay and Cohabitating in Texas? You Just Might Need a No-nup.” In the article, Christina begins by explaining the criteria for not needing a no-nup. This includes people who are gay and living with a significant other, and already got married in…
In San Antonio family law is the area of law that covers domestic issues involving partners, spouses, and children. Below is an overview of the major legal matters that are related to family law in San Antonio. In reviewing these different areas, you will also get an idea as to whether you should hire a…
Human Rights Campaign recently published a blog that provided answers to some of the frequently asked questions about the upcoming marriage equality Case at the U.S. Supreme Court happening on April 28th. Answers to these marriage equality questions include: What is the case? How many cases are there? Who is the plaintiff in the case?…
For most individuals, hiring the right lawyer is an intimidating and overwhelming task. To make matters worse, the individuals’ emotions are already frazzled. When it comes to family law issues, it is very important to have a lawyer at your side. A San Antonio divorce lawyer can guide you through a traumatic and horrific time…
Lawyer. Attorney. Advocate. Litigator. As a paralegal at The Whitley Law Firm, P.C., I’ve heard many people use the terms interchangeably. At The Whitley Law Firm, P.C., one term always stands out . . . counselor. It is defined as, “an expert trained to give advice or guidance to support or empower an individual in…