Typically, only one parent can claim a child as a dependent. So, which parent claims a dependent child? Generally, the parent that has the child for the greater part of the year (over 50%), in other words the parent that the child lives with primarily, claims the...
Are Available To You
At the Yale Law Group, PLLC, our record speaks for itself. Our attorneys are innovative,
aggressive and dedicated. We get results.
Discover More
Planning &
Administration
Discover More
Discover More
Discover More
Firm News
Common Law Marriage in Texas
A common law marriage is when a couple lives together for a period of time and holds themselves out to friends, family, and the community as "being married," but never goes through a formal ceremony or get a marriage license. Requirements to Prove Common Law Marriage:...
Governor Greg Abbott signs bills for “community-based foster care” and other major CPS changes
Governor Greg Abbott has recently signed a number of bills aimed at improving child protection in Texas. After much controversy over the broken system, lawmakers have been working to target major issues, providing the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services...
Parental Alienation – What to Avoid & How to Recognize Symptoms
Divorce brings out the worst in people, but that should never extend to children of the relationship. While parents sort out their dispute, they should do their best to shield their children from the nitty gritty details. Unfortunately, however, some take the divorce...
What to do if a Party is not following a Texas Family Law Court Order in Texas
Once family law cases in Texas have court orders and if one of the parties is not abiding by these orders, the other party must bring it to the attention of the court. Most often that is done by filing a Motion for Contempt or a Motion for Enforcement. What is a...
How Can You Avoid Probate if Your Only Asset is a House?
In Texas, you may avoid the requirements of probate if you have a limited estate by filing a community property agreement and/or amendment to your deed if the goal is to avoid probate between spouses. Simply put, if Alice and John are married and have a home which is...
Don’t Let Emotions Guide Decision-making in Divorces
Divorce can be a painful and difficult process to go through. Unfortunately, some people use their divorce as a tool for revenge and vengeance towards their spouse without realizing the price they will personally pay in the long run. It is not uncommon for spouses in...
Co-Parenting in Separation and/or Divorce
"Co-parenting" is used to describe parents that are separated or divorced that work together to raise their children. In co-parenting circumstances, parents usually share responsibility for raising their children even though the parents no longer live in the same home...
Tortious interference with inheritance rights in Texas–Yes or No?
Pending before the Texas Supreme Court is this very question: Does Texas law recognize a claim for tortious interference with inheritance rights? At this time, there is a split between Texas appellate courts. Courts in San Antonio, Houston, and El Paso have recognized...
Child Protective Services (CPS): The Light at the End of the CPS Tunnel
An absolute fear of any parent is having your child removed by Child Protective Services (CPS). Suddenly, complete strangers need to know every little detail about your life and your child's life, and your every move is being monitored. While it may seem stressful,...