Site Map

• Home
• About Us
  • Our Team
  • Job Opportunities
• Attorneys
  • Duane L. Coker
  • Kelly K. E. Robb
  • Jacqueline Cannon
  • Shelby D. Hart
  • Malorie A. Crosley
  • Lauren Cardamone
  • C. Ashley Covert
  • Anthony R. Pax
  • Chastity McNair
  • Sheba George
  • Arianna Smith
  • Shmyla Alam
  • Jack Beesley
  • Victoria McDowell-Drew
• Family Law
  • Adoption
  • Annulments
  • Collaborative Divorce
  • Child Custody
  • Child Support
  • Debt Division
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence / Protective Orders
  • Enforcement of Court Orders
  • Modifications
  • Paternity
  • Premarital & Prenuptial Agreements
  • Property Division
  • LGBTQ+ Marriage/Divorce
  • Spousal Support
• FAQ
• Testimonials
• Contact Us
  • Make a Payment
  • Finance Your Legal Fees
• Why Hire a Divorce Lawyer?
• Frisco Divorce Attorneys
• Little Elm Divorce
• Blog
  • 2023
    • May
    • April
    • March
    • February
      • How to Handle Spring Break and Your Child Custody Arrangement
    • January
      • How To Tell My Family About My Divorce
      • Which Month is Most Common for Divorces?
      • Tips for Dating After Divorce
  • 2022
    • December
      • Gifts Aren't The Only Way To Show Love - Guide for Divorced Parents and the Holidays
    • October
      • All Treats and No Tricks: Child Custody and Halloween
      • What is Considered Domestic Violence?
    • July
    • May
    • March
      • Can a Working Wife Get Alimony in Texas?
    • February
    • January
  • 2021
    • July
      • What's the Difference Between Visitation & Custody in TX?
    • May
      • Can I Change My Child Custody, Support, or Alimony Order in Texas?
    • April
      • How Long Does it Take to Get Divorced in TX?
      • I'm Getting Divorced—What's Next? Things to Expect & Prepare for
    • March
      • What Happens if Someone Doesn't Pay Child Support in TX?
      • How to Destress During Your Divorce
      • Child Custody Case In Re C.J.C. Set New Precedent for Texas Parents
      • What's the Difference Between a Conservator & a Guardian in TX?
      • Adoption-Proofing Your Home: What to Know Before Your Adoption Evaluation in TX
      • How Co-Parents Can Handle Spring & Other School Breaks
    • February
      • Tips for Co-Parenting Over School Holidays: Your Complete Guide
      • What Happens to My Business If I Get Divorced?
      • How Much Does Divorce Really Cost? Common Divorce Expenses (& How to Plan for Them)
    • January
      • Domestic Violence Surges Across US During the COVID-19 Pandemic
      • Your Guide to Child Support in Texas
      • Child Custody 101: Making the Perfect Parenting Plan
  • 2020
    • November
      • Your Complete Guide to Collaborative Divorce in Texas
      • Understanding the US Divorce Rate (Why It's More Complicated Than You Think)
      • How to Talk with Your Children About Divorce
    • October
      • How Do Domestic Adoptions Work in Texas? A Step-by-Step Guide
      • I Want a Divorce—What are My Options?
      • Setting Yourself Up for Success: A Property Division Checklist for 2020
      • 10 Reasons to Consider Adopting
      • Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse in Texas
      • How to Recognize Domestic Violence (and Get a Protective Order)
      • What Type of Adoption Is Right for You?
    • September
      • How COVID-19 Changed Family Law (and What to Expect in the Future)
      • Battling for Child Custody in Texas? Here’s What You Should Know
      • Should You Separate? The Benefits of Separation Before Divorce.
      • Things You Need to Think About Before Marriage (Prenups & more)
    • August
      • Are Divorce Arbitration Decisions Legally Binding?
      • What the End of COVID Protections Means for Families (Could There Be a Second Stimulus?)
      • What Are My Options for Child Conservatorship in Texas?
      • Recent Supreme Court Rulings Provide New Protections for Transgender Workers, Limit Abortions & More
      • Tips for Co-Parenting During COVID-19
      • Preparing for the 2020/2021 School Year in the Wake of COVID-19
      • Expert Evaluations and The Best Interests of a Child
      • The Role of Temporary Orders to Preserve Property in Divorce Cases
      • What Are the Consequences of Violating Custody Orders?
    • July
      • How Do Texas Courts Divide Certain Assets Upon Divorce?
      • How Do Texas Courts Calculate Child Support?
      • Privacy Concerns in Family Law Cases
      • Is it Possible to Adopt an Adult?
    • June
      • How Are Marital Debts Treated Upon Divorce?
      • Will the Divorce Rate Spike Post-Coronavirus?
      • The Fundamental Right to Marry in the U.S.
      • Health Considerations for Divorced Fathers
      • Child Support Modifications as COVID-19 Economic Relief
      • No-Fault Versus Fault-Based Divorce: Why Does It Matter?
    • May
      • Family Immigration & State Family Law
      • Parental Duties for the Support of Children’s Health
      • The Rights & Responsibilities of Adoptive Parents Versus Guardians
      • Key Terms You Should Know in Texas Family Law
    • April
      • Child Endangerment in Moments of Crisis
      • Considering a Jury Trial for Family Law Cases in Texas
      • Special Property Division Issues: Transmutation of Community Property into Separate Property
      • The Effect of COVID-19 on Court Operations and Child Conservatorships
      • Special Property Division Issues: How Are Stock Options Divided Upon Divorce?
      • Is saying you have COVID-19 a terroristic threat?
      • Special Property Division Issues: Disputes Regarding the Proper Value of Property
      • Special Property Division Issues: What Is the Difference Between Property Division & Reimbursement Claims?
    • March
      • Court Operations during Coronavirus Pandemic
      • COVID-19 Update: Exchange of Possession Considered Essential Activity
      • COVID-19 and Your Texas Child Support Obligation?
      • Amidst COVID-19 Disorder, the Courts Weigh in to Clarify Possession Schedules for Spring Break and Beyond
      • What Can You Expect from Divorce Proceedings in Texas?
      • Monica’s Law: The Internet Registry for Protective Orders
    • February
      • How Are Child Support Payments Treated for Federal Income Tax Purposes?
  • 2019
    • October
      • Tracing Assets to a Community or Separate Property Source
    • September
      • The Truth About Alimony in Texas: The “No Alimony” Rule
      • How Does Filing Bankruptcy Affect Divorce Obligations?
      • The Legal Implications of Child Emancipation
      • Implications of Divorce on Retired Adults
      • What Provisions Can Prenuptial Agreements Contain Under Texas Law?
    • August
      • Securing Child Support with Life Insurance
      • Can the Court Suspend My License to Enforce Child Support Obligations?
      • Legal Issues Involving the Division of Closely-Held Business Entities in a Divorce
    • July
      • Alternative Approaches to Dispute Resolution in Family Law
      • Impact of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act on Family Law Cases
      • Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency & Property Division
    • June
      • You Now Have the Right to Do It, But Consider Using Protection!
      • The Ongoing Legal Significance of June 26th
      • The Use of Contempt to Enforce Divorce Decrees
      • When Is it Appropriate to Terminate Someone's Parental Rights?
      • Are Military & Veteran benefits Considered Marital Property?
      • Updates to Texas Family Law Rules and Procedures
    • May
      • The Risks of Hiding Assets: The Community Property Presumption
      • Continued Child Support for Disabled Adult Children
      • Consequences of Repealing the Alimony Tax Deduction
    • April
      • Here Are 4 Issues to Watch Out for in a Divorce with a Self-Employed Spouse
      • Parental Relocation in Texas: Dealing with Child Custody Concerns
      • Dividing Debt in a Texas Divorce
    • March
      • Coker, Robb & Cannon, Family Lawyers Selected as 2019 Impact Maker Annual Partner by Denton County Friends of the Family Partner
      • How Does Social Security Work in a Texas Divorce?
      • Coker, Robb & Cannon, Family Lawyers Proudly Sponsors Little Elm Mayor’s Fitness Challenge
      • The Family Home in Divorce: Should it be divided? And if so, how?
      • Coker, Robb & Cannon, Family Lawyers Named 2019 Super Lawyers Rising Stars
      • A Prescription for Complications: Divorcing as a Doctor in Texas
      • Property Characterization & Asset Tracing: Proving Separate Property in a Texas Divorce
    • February
      • Divorce & Digital Evidence: Modern Tech, Social Medial & Your Texas Divorce Case
      • Have Questions About the 2019 Alimony Tax Changes? Find the Answers Here
      • What 2019 Has in Store for Divorce & Family Law in Texas
  • 2018
    • December
      • Coker, Robb & Cannon, Family Lawyers Celebrated National Adoption Awareness Month
      • 4 Important Elements of Dividing Retirement in Divorce
    • November
      • Marriage, Divorce & Inheritances: What Are My Rights?
    • August
      • Preparing for a Texas Divorce: Helpful Tips When Starting the Divorce Process
      • Understanding Spousal Support in Texas
      • Texas Child Custody: What is a Standard Possession Order?
    • July
      • Why You Should Think Twice About a DIY Divorce
      • Divorce: What's a Disproportionate Award?
    • June
      • Factors Considered in a Child Custody Case
      • 8 Common Questions About Texas Divorce
      • Post-Divorce Modifications: Reasons to Change a Court Order
      • Gray Divorce: 6 Issues to Address When Divorcing at an Older Age
    • May
      • Do You Have to Hire an Attorney to Adopt a Child?
      • Divorce & Property Division: What Happens to the Family Home?
      • Common Issues in Complex Child Custody Cases
    • April
      • 5 Important Questions to Ask When Hiring a Divorce Attorney
      • Retirement Accounts, Property Division & Divorce: What You Need to Know
      • Professional Practices & Texas Divorce: What You Need to Know
    • March
      • How Will the New Tax Law Affect Spousal Support?
      • Prenuptial Agreements on the Rise: Here's Why
      • A Look Back at 2017 Divorce Statistics
      • Helpful Tips When Choosing the Right Divorce Lawyer
    • February
      • Reducing the Cost of a Divorce Case
    • January
      • Effectively Communicating with Your Spouse during Divorce
  • 2017
    • March
      • Top 5 Reasons People Divorce
      • Should I Move Out During Divorce?
      • How Long Does Divorce Really Take?
      • Should You Date During Divorce?
      • Handling Your Emotions During Divorce
      • DIY Divorce: Is It Right for Me?
      • 4 Tips for Reducing Stress during Divorce
      • Child Custody Mistakes to Avoid
    • February
      • Grandparents' Rights in Texas, Updated
      • Should I Attend Divorce Counseling?
      • Invalid Premarital Agreements in Texas
      • 4 Finance Tips for Divorcing Men
    • January
      • New Year's Resolutions for Divorced or Separated People
  • 2016
    • December
      • Discovery Issues in Texas Divorce Cases
      • Can I Keep Parts of the Divorce Decree I Like and Eliminate The Rest?
      • Co-Parenting for the School Year
      • Does Primary Custody Exist in Texas?
      • Tips on Preparing Your Finances for Divorce
      • Understanding a Notice/Order to Withhold Income
      • Modifying Child Custody in Texas
      • Best Interest of the Child Standard in Texas
      • Challenges of Dividing Retirement Assets during Divorce
      • New Rules for Claiming Social Security Benefits in Divorce
    • November
      • Documents Your Divorce Attorney Will Need
      • Holidays & Divorce: When You're Alone
      • Financial Tips for Divorced Women
      • 4 Reasons to Request an Alimony Modification
      • Warning Signs Your Child is Stressed About Your Divorce
      • Preparing For Your Child Custody Court Hearing
      • Establishing a Holiday Visitation Schedule
      • Common Places Spouses Try Hiding Assets During Divorce
      • Bread-winning Women Want Alimony Reform
    • July
      • Toya Brown Reaches 5 Year Milestone
    • May
      • Keep or Sell Your House During Divorce?
    • April
      • What Should I Ask My Divorce Lawyer?
      • Handling Tough Conversations During Divorce
      • Is Divorce on the Horizon? 3 Signs It's Time
      • A New Chapter: Life After Divorce
    • March
      • Jacqueline Cannon Given Board Certification by Texas Board of Legal Specialization
    • January
      • Clarification on Waivers of Citations in Certain Family Suits
  • 2015
    • December
      • The Process of Step-Parent Adoption in Texas
      • Top 4 Considerations in Military Divorces
      • What Can Texas Protective Orders Provide?
      • How Does Cohabitation and Remarriage Impact Spousal Support in Texas?
      • How to Survive the Holidays after a Divorce
    • November
      • Divorce Advice for Baby Boomers
      • Is My Spouse Hiding Assets?
      • Three Ways to Divide Time During Winter Holidays
      • What Does Being "Served" Mean in a Divorce?
      • New Changes for Child Custody Evaluations in Texas
      • Temporary Orders from the Court
      • Holiday Divorce Help: Staying Positive Throughout the Season
    • October
      • Preparing for the Divorce Deposition
      • Divorce Advice for Stay-at-Home Moms
      • Annulment Versus Divorce
      • Duane L. Coker Named to Super Lawyers® for 5th Consecutive Year
      • Establishing Paternity in Texas
      • Can I Get Spousal Support If I Share Custody of My Child?
    • September
      • Texas Child Custody: Possession and Access & Conservatorship
      • Avoid These Common Divorce Mistakes
    • August
      • Interstate Custody Arrangements
      • Adoption Numbers Rise after SCOTUS Bill to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
    • July
      • U.S. Supreme Court Requires All States to Grant Same-Sex Marriages
    • June
      • How does child support affect my tax liability?
      • How can I change a child support order?
    • April
      • Same-Sex Marriage Laws Create Far-Reaching Legal Implications
    • March
      • Jacqueline D. Cannon Named 2015 Rising Star by Thomson Reuters
  • 2014
    • November
      • Protect Your Assets With Marital Agreements
      • Child Support Calculation Guidelines - Then & Now
      • Duane L. Coker Named 2014 Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters
      • One Day Makes a Difference for Denton County Adoptees
    • March
      • Jacqueline D. Cannon Named 2014 Rising Star
    • January
      • Kelly K. E. Robb Receives Certification in Family Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
  • 2013
    • October
      • Early Mediations in Divorce and Child Custody Cases
    • August
      • School Calendars And Child Custody Schedules
    • July
      • Texas Child Support Guideline Increase: Coming Soon to a Court Near You!
    • May
      • Child Support and the Texas Attorney General
    • March
      • Geographic Restrictions in Texas Child Custody
      • Kelly K. E. Robb Named 2013 Rising Star
    • February
      • Protecting Your Family with Background Checks
  • 2012
    • November
      • Prenuptial Agreements Could Be Key to Strong Marriage
      • How Do School Days Affect My Standard Possession Schedule in Texas?
    • October
      • Financial Differences Between Litigation and Collaborative Law
    • August
      • Man Wins Back Child Support After Learning He is Not the Father
      • Reimbursement Claims in Divorce
    • May
      • The Importance of the Divorce Journal
    • April
      • Virtual Visitation; New Rising Trend in Divorced Families
    • March
      • Do you have to share your (big) lottery winnings in a divorce?
    • February
      • Duane L. Coker Receives Certification in Family Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
      • Pets and Divorce
      • Adopting a Child When a Parent’s Whereabouts Are Unknown
    • January
      • Paternity Tests Can Now Exonerate Non-Fathers from Paying Child Support
      • Texas Requirements for an Annulment
  • 2011
    • December
      • Can I Get Custody of a Child Who is Not My Own?
      • 5 Questions to Consider to Avoid a Holiday Custody Tug-of-War
      • Increase in Divorce Rate Among Couples Over the Age of 50
      • Child Support Facts
    • November
      • Military Service Members, Contractors and the Texas Family Code
      • Prenuptial Agreement Myths
    • October
      • Served with Divorce Papers? 5 Steps to Take Next
    • September
      • 3 Benefits of Collaborative Divorce
      • What do I Need to Know about Child Custody?
      • Grandparents Rights in Texas
    • August
      • The Definition of Legal Separation in Texas
      • Huge Changes to Texas Spousal Support a/k/a Alimony
    • February
      • Current Tax Developments Affecting Individuals and Businesses
  • 2010
    • October
      • How to get an up-to-date record of your Texas Child Support Account
    • May
      • Wills and Estate Planning During Divorce
    • April
      • Divorce and Mortgages... did you know?
    • January
      • Geographic Restrictions in Divorce and Child Custody Cases
  • 2009
    • December
      • New Google Search To Open Legal Research For All
    • October
      • Legal Separation in Texas?
      • About Texas Child Support; Part 3 of 4
    • August
      • About Texas Child Support; Part 2 of 4
    • July
      • An Anatomy of a Divorce Decree; Part 2
    • April
      • An Anatomy of a Divorce Decree; Part 1
      • Find out information about your Denton County case
• Video Center
  • Family Law
    • CRC Family Law Brief: Texas Family Law Courts are Open
    • Child Support Modifications and COVID-19
• Site Map