Legal Attraction with Lena Nguyen

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I answer 10 frequently asked questions.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I explain 10 legal terms to help you in divorce court.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss spousal support in Texas

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss what happens when a child claims they want to live with one parent over the other. Can a child make this decision?

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I explain how your marital debt will be split in Texas.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I explain why you should file a counter-petition.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I explain a default divorce.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I tell you what you should immediately do after you or your spouse files for divorce.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss 11 main points about spousal support in Texas.

To help you prepare for your next hearing in court, here is everyone you need to know in divorce court.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss the difference between alimony, maintenance, and spousal support.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss some situations in which you may not need a divorce lawyer to handle your case.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss how your debt be split in a divorce in Texas?

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss the typical divorce timeline.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss how you can have a fair divorce.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. The biggest asset in most divorces is the family home. In this episode, I discuss what will happen to your home in a divorce?

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss how all of your property be split in a divorce?

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss how you qualify for spousal support in Texas.

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss what are you entitled to if your spouse cheated?

My name is Lena Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I discuss what you should do if you live in Texas and your spouse does not reply to the divorce papers?

Who is the father of the child? In Texas, there are 5 ways in which a man can become the legal father of a child.

A petition is filed with the court to begin the divorce process. Once the court accepts your petition, you will need to serve your spouse. This is also referred to as service of process.

A common belief is that you must file for divorce in the state where you were married. However, that is not true. Our lives are ever changing and with the development of transportation and travel, moving is easier and has become more common. Every state has their own requirements for filing for divorce.

In family law cases that involve children, the very first thing that must be established is whether or not a parent-child relationship exists. Usually, the answer as to who the child’s mother is is not an issue. Texas Family Code Section 160.204 covers presumption of paternity.

To calculate child support amounts, courts look at the net resources of the party ordered to pay. What do courts consider as income, and what sources figure into net resources? Here are 20 sources of income courts will use to calculate the child support amount.

If you have been served, usually by a process server or a constable, you will receive a copy of the petition that was filed by your ex-spouse. It will state important information such as your case number and the court your case is assigned to. Now that you’ve been served, what should you do?

Residency requirements must be met by one or both of the parties in order for a Texas court to grant a divorce. How does a Texas court acquire the power to impose personal obligations, such as spousal support, on your nonresident spouse?

After your spouse has filed for divorce, you were probably served divorce papers. What steps should you immediately take?

This is also known as an acknowledgement of paternity. However, in Texas, there are 5 steps that must be followed for the acknowledgement to be valid.

To calculate child support amounts, courts look at the net resources of the party ordered to pay. What do courts consider as income, and what sources figure into net resources?

Current child support is calculated by 1) determining the monthly “net resources” of the party ordered to pay (also known as the obligor), 2) applying the Texas Child Support Guidelines against the monthly “net resources” amount, and 3) adjusting the child support amount with any deviating factors.

In a Suit Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship (SAPCR) or a divorce with children, there are 5 different types of child support a court can award.

In Texas, 61 days must have passed before a divorce decree can be filed with the court. The following is a list of what is usually included in a Texas Divorce Decree. The more complex the divorce, the more sections and clauses a decree will have.

A divorce decree is a final court order that officially ends the marriage. Regardless of whether your divorce was resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or a trial, a divorce decree is necessary to sum up the rights and duties of the parties in connection with the divorce.

In divorces involving children, a visitation schedule for each parent’s time with their children is included in the final decree of divorce. Texas has what is called a Standard Possession Order (SPO) that serves as a guide in dividing parenting time. The following is a breakdown of the summer possession schedule for couples that reside less than 100 miles apart.

A jury is a randomized group of United States citizens chosen to decide the outcome of cases. A jury can give binding verdicts (a final outcome) and/or advisory options (this is what we think should be the outcome). Texas is one of the few states that permits a jury consisting of 12 members and 2 alternates to make decisions in family law cases. The following are some binding and advisory issues a jury can hear.

What is the difference between the date a judgment is rendered and the entry of judgment date? What date is considered the date of your divorce?

Same-sex marriage, also known as gay marriage, is when two people of the same sex or gender enter into a civil or ceremonial union. Is same-sex marriage legal in the United States? Here are five important facts you should know about same-sex marriage in the United States.

In divorces involving children, a visitation schedule for each parent’s time with their children is included in the final decree of divorce. Texas has what is called a Standard Possession Order (SPO) that serves as a guide in dividing parenting time. The following is a breakdown of the order.

Common Law marriage is also referred to as an informal marriage. A marriage legally recognized in one state will be recognized in other states. An informal marriage in Texas is formed if the following requirements are met.

Some states have what is known as a fault divorce. This is when one spouse claims the other spouse caused the breakup of the marriage, or in other words, the other spouse caused the marriage to fall apart. In Texas, there are four grounds for a fault divorce. Grounds means four instances in which a spouse can be blamed for the breakup of a marriage.

How do you prove an asset is separate property and not community property? Texas and some community property states follow what is known as the inception of title rule. California does not follow this rule. To establish a property is separate property under the inception of title rule, you must follow these three steps.

The character of a property dictates which assets and how the asset is divided in a divorce. Is the asset considered separate property or community property? Here are five frequently asked questions to help you better understand community property and, essentially, separate property.

In a marriage dissolution or divorce, the character of a property becomes an area of assessment when it comes to dividing assets. The character of a property refers to whether the property is separate or community. In other words, does the property solely belong to one spouse or is it part of the marital estate and subject to division.

Arbitration is one of the various methods of alternative dispute resolution, also referred to as ADR for short. The idea behind alternative dispute resolution is exactly what the name entails. Rather than solving disputes through a lengthy trial process, the dispute at hand is streamlined through a process that will save time and money and hopefully help the parties resolve their issues. 

Are you and your spouse even legally married? In Texas, a legal marriage is also referred to as a formal marriage or a ceremonial marriage.My name is Lena Maylif Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I talk about how you get married.

My name is Lena Maylif Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I talk about the 5 Types of Lawyer Fees.

My name is Lena Maylif Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I talk about the 7 Sections in a Divorce Roadmap.

My name is Lena Maylif Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episode, I give you 13 tips for your final hearing.

My name is Lena Maylif Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this epsiode, I talk about the 15 hidden fees in a lawyer's retainer.

My name is Lena Maylif Nguyen. I am a family law/divorce attorney. In this episiode, I talk about the pros and cons of a prenuptial agreement.