Objections During Discovery in Texas Family Law: What They Are — and What They Are Not Discovery is one of the most misunderstood stages of a Texas family law case, especially for people representing themselves. One of the biggest sources of confusion is objections — when they’re appropriate, what they actually do, and what they … Read more
What Parents Need to Know About the New Texas Child Support Guidelines Effective September 1, 2025 Texas has just rolled out one of the biggest updates to child support in years. If you’re paying or receiving support—or even preparing for court—this is a change you’ll want to understand. 1. The Income “Cap” Just Got a … Read more
Digging Deeper: Using Discovery to Uncover a Business-Owning Ex’s Hidden Assets in Texas Family Law When divorce meets business ownership, the money trail can get… creative. If your ex runs their own company, they may have more control over how income and assets are reported — and, sometimes, more opportunities to hide them. The good … Read more
⚖️ Can I Get an Offset in My Texas Child Support Case? So here’s the scenario: You’re paying child support, but you’ve also had the kids a lot more lately — maybe you covered school supplies, took them on vacation, or even had them most of the summer.And now you’re wondering:“Can I ask the judge … Read more
🚫 Can I Be Held in Contempt for Not Paying Attorney’s Fees in My Texas Family Case? You’ve just left court, and part of the final order says you have to pay attorney’s fees to the other side. You’re barely keeping the lights on, and now you’re wondering:“If I can’t pay, can I be thrown … Read more
💔 What Does Your Ex Really Want? The 3 Hidden Drivers of Conflict By Ben, Pro Se Coach | ProseCoachTX.com Divorces, custody battles, and post-breakup negotiations are rarely just about what’s on the surface. One of the biggest challenges I see in my coaching sessions is figuring out what’s actually driving the behavior of an … Read more
Hey y’all — if you’re dealing with a high-conflict family law case in Texas, you already know that it’s rarely just about what’s written in the pleadings. On paper, it might look like your ex wants 50/50 custody, or maybe they’re asking for child support, spousal support, or to keep the house. But let’s be … 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