Category Archives: Family Law

Why Winter Break Often Leads to New Custody Conflicts in Texas — And How to Handle Them Early

Why Winter Break Often Leads to New Custody Conflicts in Texas — And How to Handle Them Early

Winter break often causes new custody conflicts between divorced or separated parents in Texas. As family dynamics change and children are off school, routine disruptions can lead to miscommunication and misunderstandings. Bowen Law Firm, PLLC, is here to explain why these conflicts arise and how early intervention can prevent escalation and ensure smoother transitions during […]

Recently Engaged? How Prenups Work in Texas and When to Start

Recently Engaged? How Prenups Work in Texas and When to Start

Being recently engaged is an exciting milestone, and while planning for the future, many couples overlook an important step: considering a prenuptial agreement. Prenups often carry a stigma, but they can provide valuable protection for both parties in the marriage, especially in the event of a divorce or death. In Texas, where property division laws […]

Holiday Custody Disputes in Texas: How Courts Handle Christmas Visitation Conflicts

Holiday Custody Disputes in Texas: How Courts Handle Christmas Visitation Conflicts

Holiday custody disputes are a common issue among divorced or separated parents, particularly when it comes to the Christmas season. These disputes often arise when parents have conflicting ideas about where and with whom their children should spend their time during the holidays. For many families, the thought of a Christmas spent apart from their […]

Texas Child Custody and Thanksgiving Break: What Parents Need to Know Before the Holidays

Texas Child Custody and Thanksgiving Break: What Parents Need to Know Before the Holidays

 As Thanksgiving approaches, divorced or separated parents in Texas may face some uncertainty about how to handle child custody during the holiday break. Thanksgiving is a time for family, but navigating custody arrangements can be stressful without a clear understanding of Texas family law. In this blog post, we provide detailed information on Texas child […]

Who keeps the house after a Texas divorce?

Who keeps the house after a Texas divorce?

Individuals preparing for divorce in Texas often have questions about the process ahead. Economic concerns are relatively common, as many people have heard exaggerated or outright falsified stories about unfair divorce outcomes. Many people delay divorce in part because they worry about the practical consequences of splitting their property. If the spouses purchased a home […]

Reasons to avoid social media during a divorce

Reasons to avoid social media during a divorce

Navigating a divorce is already challenging enough, but adding social media into the mix can make things even more complicated. It can potentially jeopardize your privacy, legal standing and emotional well-being. Here are reasons to avoid social media during a divorce. Protect your privacy Without knowing it, what you post online may expose sensitive information. […]

Handling international child custody disputes

Handling international child custody disputes

Child custody disputes become complex when parents live in different countries. This guide explains the key points and steps to take in an international child custody dispute. Which law applies? Texas uses the Texas Family Code for child custody laws. For international cases, the Hague Convention on Child Abduction applies. This treaty protects children from […]

How the courts apply community property laws in a Texas divorce

People considering divorce in Texas often worry about the practical implications of ending a marriage. They may have shared income and property with their spouse for years and may, therefore, worry about whether divorce could impact their standard of living and/or retirement plans. Divorce inevitably influences someone’s finances and personal circumstances, and the exact outcome […]

Does community property mean a 50/50 split of assets?

Does community property mean a 50 50 split of assets

Many married adults in Texas are not familiar with state’s divorce laws. Cursory research when initially preparing for divorce often leads to people jumping to conclusions that are quite inaccurate. Texas is one of the few states in the country that has a community property approach to the division of marital assets when couples divorce. […]