Category Archives: Family Law
Why You Should Be Careful Using AI for Family Law Advice
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly popular tool for answering everyday questions, drafting documents, and summarizing information in Austin. While AI can be helpful for learning general legal concepts, it should not be relied upon as a substitute for legal advice in an Austin family law case. Divorce, child custody, child support, and… Read More »
What Can Happen If Child Support Goes Unpaid
A recent Texas child support enforcement case highlights the serious consequences that can result when court-ordered child support goes unpaid. According to reports, a Texas man was recently arrested on an outstanding warrant alleging that he owed approximately $24,000 in unpaid child support. Authorities reported that law enforcement officers worked with investigators from the… Read More »
What Income Counts When Calculating Child Support?
When parents in Austin think about child support, many assume it is based only on a parent’s paycheck. In reality, however, Texas child support law requires courts to consider a variety of financial resources when calculating child support. Understanding what counts as “net resources” is an important part of understanding how child support is… Read More »
What Is Limited Scope Representation in Texas?
Legal representation does not have to be all or nothing. At The Law Office of Oprea & Weber, one question that comes up often is whether clients can hire an attorney for only part of their case rather than full representation throughout. In Texas, the answer is yes, and the formal term for this… Read More »
When Is It Time to Speak with an Austin Divorce Attorney?
Many individuals in Austin spend months or even years wondering whether it is time to speak with an Austin divorce lawyer. In some Austin divorce cases, spouses are not yet certain whether divorce will happen, but they still have important questions about their rights, finances, children, property, or what may happen next if the… Read More »
Divorce in Austin: 3 Myths Busted
Divorce in Austin can feel overwhelming, especially when there is a lot of misinformation about how the Austin divorce process works. Many individuals and couples in Austin who are seeking divorce rely on what they have heard from others or what they have seen online, which can lead to confusion and unrealistic expectations. Understanding… Read More »
Motions to Enforce in Austin Child Support Cases: What Are They?
The reality is that Austin child support cases do not always end once a court order is entered. Indeed, in some Austin family law cases involving child support, one Austin parent may believe the other is not following the terms of a child support order. When that happens, a motion to enforce may become… Read More »
Do I Have the Upper Hand if I Decline Mediation and Force My Soon-to-Be Ex to Trial?
Austin divorce cases can raise many questions, especially when emotions are running high and major life decisions are on the line. One question that many Austin soon-to-be ex-spouses ask is whether refusing mediation and forcing the case to trial will give them an advantage. Some people believe that pushing the case into court shows… Read More »
Finalizing Your Divorce in Austin, Texas: How Do You Do It?
Divorce cases in Austin often reach a critical point where one question becomes most important: how do you actually finalize your Austin divorce? Indeed, for many individuals and couples seeking a divorce in Austin, the idea of “finalizing” a divorce can feel unclear, especially after months of negotiations, filings, and court procedures. In Austin,… Read More »
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Austin Explained
For many Austin couples, planning for the future often involves more than just financial goals or career decisions. Couples in Austin, whether soon-to-be married or already wed, may wonder what they can do to better plan for the future, and whether there are legal documents that can solidify their goals. The good news is… Read More »