Same Sex Family Law Issues

Alimony, also called spousal support, is a legal obligation for one spouse to provide financial support to the other. It occurs during or after divorce or separation. In Texas, alimony laws apply regardless of the genders in the relationship. Equality in alimony...

In the evolving landscape of family dynamics, questions about child support after divorce often arise, particularly when it comes to nonbiological parents in same-sex marriages. Texas family law does not distinguish between heterosexual and same-sex couples in matters...

Navigating the maze of divorce can be emotionally taxing and legally challenging regardless of the nature of the marriage. However, when it comes to same-sex divorces, a distinct set of challenges emerges. To fully grasp the complexities of this process, you need to...

Texas statutes allow married same-sex couples to adopt children. The law does not differentiate between married same-sex couples and married heterosexual couples. Texas House Bill 3859, however, allows adoption agencies to screen potential parents based on their...

Texas is one of the few states that recognize common law marriage. This type of marriage provides couples with all the legal aspects of marriage. However, to enter into a common-law marriage, the Texas State Law Library explains a couple must meet three criteria....

As NBC reports last year, of the 980,000 same-sex couples in the United States reported in 2019, over 58 percent were married while the rest were unmarried. Whether married or not, same-sex couples have the same rights to be parents as opposite-sex parents. But the...

When people hear about divorce, they often think of a heterosexual couple that can no longer sustain a compatible relationship. However, with the development of laws protecting and supporting members of the LGBTQ community in Texas, divorce can apply to any...