The Harris County Family Law Judges have issued a Standing Order for all divorce cases filed between now and May 8, 2020, which shall govern parties’ behavior until May 21, 2020 or until further order of the Court. During that time period, the parties to a newly filed divorce case…
Questions Regarding Your Parent Child Relationship? This new order applies to possession schedules with Suits Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship. Angela A. Stout is an experienced child custody lawyer practicing in Houston, Texas. She has the skills and expertise necessary to properly guide you through the child custody process. Our child custody attorneys…
The Stout Law Firm, PLLC Answers the Question: Is There Alimony in Texas? Short answer: Yes, you can get alimony in Texas. Texas alimony, otherwise known as spousal maintenance in Texas, refers to a payment made by one spouse to the other following a divorce to help pay for basic…
Contested vs Uncontested Divorce in Houston Divorce procedures can be very troubling, especially if there are ongoing disputes about child custody, financial obligations, and division of property or assets. Before filing for a divorce, it is important to understand the differences between contested and uncontested divorce. In this post our…
What is a Mediation Hearing So what does mediation mean in law? When spouses divorce or in a custody dispute, one option for settling their disputes can be through mediation. However, many people don’t understand what mediation means or how the process works. Mediation is a form of alternative dispute…
Unfortunately, there are times when a biological parent is not willing or able to care for their child, and the involvement of CPS is imminent. Whether you are a relative, a person who has a relationship with the child, or a foster parent who has provided love and stability to…
Child Custody Laws in Texas for Unmarried Couples Regardless of whether a couple is married when they split up and a child is involved the most important thing is that child’s wellbeing. However, being unwed can have complications when it comes to child custody and child support in Texas. The…
Ms. Stout recently became certified as a mediator by the AA White Dispute Resolution Center at the University of Houston Law Center. The training involves 40 hours of intensive participation in utilizing mediation as a method to resolve conflict. In addition to her regular practice, Ms. Stout serves as a…
We are pleased to announce that Angela Stout, at The Stout Law Firm, has been selected to the 2018 Texas Super Lawyers list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in the state. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer influenced…
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