There is news about a very famous person being potentially blackmailed with sexts that he sent his girlfriend. By sexts, I mean photos of his private parts. This happens in divorce cases more often than you want to know. So, do not do it. Do not do it. And, there is also the sad case … Continue reading Be Careful What You Text
This is the time of year where people make New Year’s resolutions. If you are going through a divorce or a family law stressful situation, it might be time to consider your conduct. We strive to always take the high road and our clients are reminded of this as well. We have found that focusing … Continue reading Make It A Good Year
Happy New Year. This is the time to take stock of the old saying, “Gratitude is an attitude.” You might be going through some tremendous stress right now with your family law situation. You might want to stop and smell the roses and remember to give gratitude for what you do have, not what you … Continue reading Happy New Year
I had a call the other day from someone who inherited over a million dollars from their father but then bulked at paying $100 for a one hour attorney consult. I instantly thought of the British saying “penny wise, pound foolish.” This means that someone makes a decision with small amounts of money (pennies) that end up … Continue reading Penny Wise and Pound Foolish
Marcelle Guimaraes, a Houston mother, took her son (age 4) Nico, to Brazil in 2013, and never returned. She’s a fugitive, wanted by the FBI, and charged with international parental kidnapping. Why am I writing about this? The mother claimed that she fled a domestic violence situation. There is some email evidence that she was, … Continue reading Why Won’t Anyone Believe Me?
At Best Law Firm, we charge for an initial consultation to meet a new potential client. We charge $100. Why do we charge for this? Abraham Lincoln once said that “a lawyer’s time and advice are his stock in trade.” At this initial meeting, we listen to the client and then use our experience to … Continue reading Why aren’t your consults free?
I am sure that Brad and Angelina never read my blogs but they did listen. They have settled all their issues related to their children without a trial. That is so good for them and the kids. I doubt whether the agreement is public, hopefully it is private as it should be. They each had … Continue reading Brad and Angelina Settled Custody
You would think that money gave you some sense…especially in a divorce. It really does not matter if both work in an office or are movie stars…some people just do not put their children first. There is no good reason that a stranger, a judge appointed to hear your case, should decide the fate and parenting … Continue reading Brad and Angelina and Jackie O.
If the father of your baby signed a paternity acknowledgment in the hospital, he is considered the baby’s father. So, now what if he wants to take the baby to the lake and you do not think it is safe? Can he take the baby? The short answer is no, not unless he has gone … Continue reading Unmarried Fathers and Mothers and Child Support
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