In this episdoe, we bring in the front desk do-it-all, Leslie Scott, from the Jackson Law Firm in Cedar Park, Texas.  She shares with our guests her colorful experiences while working the front desk of our law office for the past two years.  

In this episode, we discuss spousal support.  What is spousal support vs. contractual alimony?  When is a spouse eligible?  How are "minimum reasonable needs" defined by law and by courts? What is a qualifying disability? What evidence supports spousal maintenance awards?  What is the typical length and duration of spousal support?  What is the typical way the amount is calculated by courts?

In this episode we discuss the truth about 50/50 visitation in Texas Family Courts.  Is it possible? How often do we see Courts grant 50/50 visitation and what is realistic? In what situations do Courts most often grant 50/50 visitation? What evidence and strategies are most helpful?  What are factors to consider in negotiating with your ex? What schedules tend to work best? We discuss the week-on, week-off schedule, midweek dinner add-on, 2-2-3, and 2-2-5 schedules.

In this Episode we discuss fault in Texas divorce.  What is a fault-based Texas divorce?  What evidence typically supports a finding of fault.  Interesting examples from our experience of fault-based divorce.  What can you reasonably expect a court to award in a fault-based divorce? 

What is Texas Family Court bias? How do you identify bias? Define bias in Family Court.  Examples of bias and prejudice from our experience.  Judicial complaint basics.  When to file.  Where to file: State Commission on Judicial Conduct. What can it accomplish? Motion for Recusal basics.  When to file and when it is appropriate.  What can it accomplish?