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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Angela A. Stout Receives Board Certification in Family Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization AUSTIN (1/21/2016) − Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS) announced Angela Stout received Board Certification in Family Law. Angela Stout currently practices in Houston, Texas at The Stout Law Firm, P.L.L.C. Board Certification is…
Texas is one of the few states in the nation that still recognizes common law marriage as a legal mechanism for tying the knot. Rather than procuring a wedding license and having an officiant licensed by the State of Texas presided over the ceremony, a couple may choose to be…
Many American families live beyond their means and use credit as a way to supplement their income resulting in massive debt for their families. Eventually this catches up with them and often results in the demise of their marriage. If you or your spouse has difficulty managing money, recognizing spending…
When couples decide to separate or divorce, the thought of going to court to resolve personal differences can become stressful, and it can have an uncertain outcome that may not serve the needs of either party. Typically, couples will want to avoid resolving conflicts using the court as a mediator.…