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Prenups and Postnups in 2026: When They Hold Up and When They Fail for Houston Professionals
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements have changed dramatically over the years. While people once viewed them as something reserved for the ultra-wealthy, professionals across various industries now see the benefits of these agreements. Houston professionals, from physicians and business owners to engineers and executives, may use prenups and postnups to set financial expectations and protect… Read More »
Boudreaux | Hunter & Associates, LLC Celebrates 10 Years and Announces Major Office Expansion
Houston Boutique Family Law Firm Marks a Decade of Service With Nearly Double the Office Space, Expanded Staff, and a Deepened Commitment to Greater Houston Families HOUSTON, Texas, July 2026 — Boudreaux | Hunter & Associates, LLC, a boutique family law firm based in Houston’s Galleria area, is marking its 10th anniversary in 2026 with… Read More »
AI, Deepfakes, and Digital Evidence in Divorce and Custody: What Texas’s New AI Governance Law Means for Families
Artificial intelligence has exploded in popularity and ability in recent years, and unfortunately, legal systems have had a hard time keeping up with this growth. In family law, digital evidence often plays a critical role in the court’s decisions—but what happens if the evidence may or may not be real? AI makes it all… Read More »
Can Your Lawyer Get Paid Directly by Court Order? HB 2524 and Fee Enforcement in 2026
Legal fees are a common source of contention in Texas family law cases. The pressure is even more significant when one spouse controls all or most of the money, because they often know they just have to wait out the other party. If you’re concerned about being able to afford an attorney or if… Read More »
Modification in 2026: What Counts as a Material and Substantial Change in Texas Custody or Support?
The child custody arrangement you and your co-parent currently follow is meant to create stability for your child and give you a regular schedule to follow. But life changes, and when it does, your custody order must be able to evolve with it. Job changes, relocations, and a child’s changing needs can all lead… Read More »
Grandparent and Non-Parent Standing in Texas: What Changed and Who Can Still File a Case in 2026?
Custody disputes generally involve a child’s parents, but the courts also accept filings from non-parents in certain scenarios. In Texas, a grandparent or other non-parent may request time with a child if they meet certain requirements. That’s why, if you’re worried about protecting your child or you believe you are owed time with a… Read More »
Bonuses, Commissions, and Overtime in Child Support: How Houston Pay Structures Change the Math
Houston has a vibrant, thriving economy based on a number of rapidly growing industries. Professionals in these fields often have multiple forms of income beyond their standard salary, including bonuses, consistent overtime, and sales commissions. When child support is calculated, these numbers can have a significant impact on a court order. Whether you expect… Read More »
Can Child Support Go Above the $11,700 Cap? How “Proven Needs” Works in Real Cases
Many Texas parents are familiar with the $11,700 cap in child support and assume that this is a hard cap limiting how much income can be used to calculate child support each month. However, it’s more complex than that. Although this is the limit for calculations under Texas child support guidelines, it doesn’t mean… Read More »
Paid Family Leave in Texas? What Houston Parents Are Missing Out On
New and expecting parents in Texas spend a lot of time planning for (and worrying about) maternity and paternity leave. It feels like putting together a puzzle that only has half the pieces—and unfortunately, in Texas and many other states, that’s exactly what it is. There is no statewide paid family leave available for… Read More »
Houston’s Cultural Diversity and Custody: Language and Access Issues in Highly Diverse Families
Houston is widely known for its cultural and linguistic diversity, and it was recently recognized as the most ethnically diverse place in the entire country. There are well over 100 languages spoken in the Houston metropolitan area, and that means that children in this area are exposed to a wide range of cultural backgrounds,… Read More »
