An adoption in Texas is a complex and somewhat long process, but the process is very worthwhile for those who understand how different a child’s life could be after everything is said and done. The adoption process is dictated by the Texas Family Code Chapter 162. Should I Hire an Attorney for an Adoption? A…
A Protective Order is a type of emergency relief for a person seeking legal protection from an individual they feel is putting themselves or someone from their household at risk of harm. The Protective Order is brought in front of a judge with a statement from the affected individual that details when and how they…
Are you a co-parent living in a state outside of Texas, but your child and ex-significant other now live in the state of Texas? Was your Divorce Decree or Child Custody Agreement established in another state or country that neither parent no longer live in? Looking to modify or enforce something within your orders? Then…
Thinking about getting a name change for you or another family member? In this blog post, I’ll talk about some of the complexities of name changes. We get a lot of calls, meet a lot of prospects, and have serviced many clients who request information on name changes, either for themselves or their children. Name…
Yester-year’s car accident debris deposited in its center, twelve lanes serving impatient drivers, and a green light that never seems to come soon enough. Behold, the intersection. Many competing interests simultaneously meet their fates at the heart of the intersection. It is enough to stress any driver out. Add the possibility of a car crash,…
With the Internet at the public’s disposal, a common perception is that the DIY (Do-It-Yourself) approach is entirely acceptable for divorce. This unfortunate event is often pursued alone, without the help of a trained professional. Some people rely on forms and instructions generated from Internet websites. Hiring an attorney can cost thousands of dollars, and…
Hello RGV Co-Parents, Co-Parenting in today’s society can be tricky. Especially if you do not have court orders specifying when children are to exchange hands, where, and for how long. Additionally, agreeing on the costs of raising children can be rather exhausting for one or both sides. It is in the best interest of your…
The statistic “50% of marriages end in divorce” is a very real part of many of our lives. Probably half the adults you know are or were divorced at one point in their life. Some people can very easily come to an agreement on how this separation will happen. But with all the stresses that…
Common Law Marriage, also known as an Informal Marriage, is a legitimate way to get married in Texas. While there are many different misconceptions of it, a rather simple formula exists for Common Law married in Texas. The most common misconception I hear is: “People who have lived together for a minimum of six (6)…
Do not wait to get the legal service you deserve! Legal problems can strike at any given moment. It is important to be familiar with an attorney who can help make the situation less stressful. Here are 5 great reasons to hire the Agustin Hernandez Law Firm should you find yourself in a legal bind. 5….