When a legal case goes to trial, the trial court – with or without the involvement of a jury – has a responsibility to discern the relevant facts and then arrive at a decision by applying settled legal standards to those facts. While the trial court hasRead more →
In a single year, it is estimated that 2.1 million juveniles under the age of 18 are arrested in the United States. According to juvenile attorneys, 1.7 million of these individuals will end up in court to face the charges being brought against them. While these numbersRead more →
As any parent knows, children make mistakes. They use poor judgment at times, often due to the simple fact that the brains of children are not fully developed. But even though they may not be able to have control over their brain development, children are still heldRead more →
A juvenile is anyone under the legal adult age, which in most states is 18-years-old. Many juveniles face legal issues—some of which are minor violations and some of which are much more serious. If your child is facing a juvenile delinquency case, here’s what you can expect.Read more →
In a traditional divorce case, each party works with their own lawyers to obtain tax advice, valuations of property and businesses from competing professionals. When fought out in Court, these appraisals, business assessments and fights over the values of assets drive up the cost of the divorceRead more →
Collaborative Law Mediated Settlements One of the keys to successful mediated settlements, collaborative law settlements, informal settlements or negotiated resolutions of divorces involving children is whether the parents focus on shared interests rather than individualized positions. We recently assisted a foreign-born resident in a divorce from hisRead more →
Substance abuse effects on family. Why contacting the best family law lawyers in Houston is in your best interest. Historically, decisions on conservatorship (parental custody) and even termination of the parent-child relationship have often occurred based on positive drug test results. Substance abuse effects on family –Read more →
Becoming a foster parent is often a very rewarding experience. Sometimes, the opportunity comes along to adopt a foster child and make him or her a permanent part of your family. When you want to pursue this option, the law firm of Connolly Schneider Shireman is hereRead more →
As family dynamics change and the concept of what is a family continues to evolve so does the law when adopting to take these new types of family units into account. To successfully grow your family, legally, often requires the skill of an experienced Texas adoption lawyer.Read more →
In many cases, a legal name change helps start a new chapter in someone’s life. Whether you are celebrating a union or an addition to the family, a legal name change can help legalize this bond and show the world your new status. On the flip side,Read more →