A divorce can impact a lot of areas of your life from friendships to finances to your career. Managing your job while navigating the often-complex process of splitting from your spouse requires focus. Knowing how to separate your personal life and professional...
Dallas Immigration And Family Law Blog
Can immigrants work in the United States?
Working in the United States requires you to have legal clearance. This could look different depending on your immigration status and the type of visa you have. Knowing your rights can help you advocate for fair work experience. Staying educated about immigration laws...
5 social media mistakes to avoid in your Texas divorce
Spending time online is a wildly popular pastime, so there is no surprise that social media may play a role in your divorce. Avoiding these five social media mistakes may benefit your position in your Texas divorce. 1. Speaking negatively about your ex As you feel a...
Is your spouse attempting to hide assets?
Asset hiding is one of the major known issues that may plague a couple during divorce. This is an act of deception where a spouse attempts to actively or passively hide the source or entirety of an asset. How do you know if your spouse is attempting to do this?...
Victims of abuse can seek immigration classification
The normal process for filing for immigration status for families is that a lawful resident or U.S. citizen must file the petition for the family members. However, this can be an issue for abuse victims who are seeking immigrant classification. The Violence Against...
Getting a nonimmigrant visa for your spouse
If you are a U.S. citizen married to a foreign national, it is important to understand your options if you want your spouse to live with you in the U.S. If you got married in another country and spent time living abroad but have decided to return to the states, this...
4 tips to help you prepare for property division in your divorce
The more assets you have, the more overwhelming the prospect of property division might seem as you approach your divorce. Organization is key, so here are four tips to help you prepare and make property division a less onerous event. 1. Gather your documents The...
Can you get rid of your green card conditions after divorce?
When you apply for a green card with a marriage of fewer than two years, it is likely a conditional card. They share the same responsibilities and rights as traditional green cards, but you have to remove the conditions via application before the expiration date of...
How Texas court characterizes property during divorce
Long-term marriages ending in divorce can be significantly more complex because they often involve more assets. As a community property state, the Texas court generally approaches asset division with the goal of providing equal shares of marital property to both...
How can you document your abuse to help your case?
Victims of domestic violence are often caught in a cycle that is difficult to get out of. While it is always important for a victim to listen to their instincts to determine if they are in danger, when possible, it is a good idea to document the abuse to help a legal...