Understanding Section 42.002 of the Texas Family Code: Seeking Damages for Custody Violations Custody orders are legally binding agreements meant to protect the rights of both parents and, most importantly, the best interests of the child. However, violations of these orders can lead to significant emotional, financial, and logistical harm for the aggrieved parent. Section … Read more
Why Child Support Creates Conflict in Texas Family Law Child support is a cornerstone of family law in Texas, designed to ensure that children are financially supported after a divorce or separation. However, in some situations, alternative arrangements like no child support agreements can sometimes be mutually beneficial, as they may reduce conflict and promote … Read more
So you weren’t properly served? And they had the hearing without you? And now you have a terrible order that you need to undo? You need a Motion to Set Aside Default Judgement. A formal review of the requirements for a Motion to Set Aside HERE. Once you understand the purpose and the requirements, let’s … Read more
I’m so excited to be able to tell you a little more about my upcoming PRO SE UNIVERSITY program that will launch shortly. the first and ONLY online “course” for you to take your handling of your own pro se case to the next level! Courses (as of today): 1. enforcements 2. modifications 3. full … Read more
We had this comment made the other night in our private FB group. This guy posted about how stressful being Pro Se was, that he felt so overwhelmed, that everyone bullied him and made fun of him…but lo and behold…upon talking to a lawyer (and throwing 5-figures at him) he felt magically better. Oooohhh – … Read more
Any non-custodial parent will tell you that the AG couldn’t give a flip about your relationship with your child. It exists solely to fleece you for child welfare, otherwise known as “child support”. There’s a 1-800 number to call if your ex isn’t paying CS, and the AG will swoop in with a team of … Read more
My name is Ben Schooley. I’m 44 and have been a single father since 2006 where I quickly learned of the pitfalls of family law and how, unless you are willing to throw endless sums of money at lawyers, you can have a rough go of things. I had 50/50 of my 2 children from … Read more